In honor of Women's Month, five cities in the Baixada Santista region of São Paulo have ramped up their health initiatives focused on women's health. The participating cities – Santos, Praia Grande, Itanhaém, Cubatão, and Bertioga – are organizing various activities throughout the month to promote health awareness and provide essential medical services. These initiatives coincide with International Women's Day, reflecting a concerted effort to prioritize women's health issues in the region.

Santos is set to host a mobile health unit from the Ministry of Health's 'Agora Tem Especialistas' program in Praça Mauá. This unit will offer a range of services including gynecological consultations, biopsies, and various types of ultrasound examinations for women with prior appointments through local health departments. The mobile service aims to reach more women in the community, facilitating access to necessary healthcare services amidst the celebrations for Women's Month.

The health programs in the other cities will include lectures, mammography screenings, and community walks, all designed to raise awareness about women's health and the importance of regular check-ups and screenings. This initiative signifies the local government's commitment to tackle women's health issues, ensuring that women in these municipalities have the resources they need for preventive care and overall wellness.