# Public health initiatives in Nova Iguaçu

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-health-initiatives-in-nova-iguau
> Updated: 2026-08-17T12:07:56.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 3.

Public health initiatives in Nova Iguaçu, Brazil, have focused on both preventive community outreach and institutional quality improvements.

In mid-July, municipal health authorities launched coordinated campaigns, including Men’s Health Week, to encourage regular preventive check-ups. These programs provided free rapid testing for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis, alongside vaccinations and dental care, aiming to bring men closer to primary care services.

By August, the focus shifted toward hospital accreditation and safety standards. Two major facilities, Hospital Geral de Nova Iguaçu and Hospital Iguassú Maternidade Mariana Bulhões, received the 2026 Patient Safety Seal. This recognition, awarded by Epimed Solutions in partnership with the Brazilian Institute for Patient Safety (IBSP), highlights excellence in incident management and the ability to effectively investigate and treat adverse events within the public health network.

Hospital Geral de Nova Iguaçu earned the certification for the second consecutive year, while Hospital Iguassú Maternidade Mariana Bulhões received the distinction for the first time. These were the only public network hospitals in the Baixada Fluminense region to be honored. To qualify, institutions must demonstrate consistent performance in notifying, classifying, investigating, and treating adverse events, with specific criteria regarding the speed of early detection and investigation timelines. Nationally, 325 Brazilian institutions received the seal this year, representing a 41.8% increase from the previous edition.

## Claims

- The 2026 Patient Safety Seal was awarded by Epimed Solutions in partnership with the Brazilian Institute for Patient Safety (IBSP). (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A total of 325 Brazilian institutions received the recognition this year, consisting of 224 private and 101 public facilities. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The number of certified institutions represents a 41.8% increase compared to the previous edition, with 93 new certifications. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Hospital Iguassú Maternidade Mariana Bulhões received the recognition for the first time. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Hospital Geral de Nova Iguaçu (HGNI) was awarded the seal for the second consecutive year. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- These two units were the only public network hospitals recognized in the entire Baixada Fluminense region. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Nova Iguaçu hospitals receive national Patient Safety Seal

Two hospitals in Nova Iguaçu, Brazil, have been awarded the 2026 Patient Safety Seal for excellence in incident management and patient care protocols.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nova-iguau-hospitals-receive-national-patient-safety-seal

### 2026-08-13: Nova Iguaçu hospitals receive national Patient Safety Seal

Hospitals in Nova Iguaçu, Brazil, including HGNI and Hospital Iguassú, have been awarded the 2026 Patient Safety Seal for excellence in incident management and patient care.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nova-iguau-hospitals-receive-national-patient-safety-seals

### 2026-07-15: Nova Iguaçu and other Brazilian cities hold men's health week and Day of the Man campaigns

Brazilian municipalities, including Nova Iguaçu, are running men’s health weeks and a Day of the Man action, offering free screenings, vaccinations and health education to promote routine preventive care.

28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nova-iguau-launches-mens-health-week-across-62-family-clinics

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