Aesthetic Medicine and Public Health: a necessary reflection
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This article offers a critical reflection on the need to integrate aesthetic medicine into the field of public health, moving beyond its traditional perception as merely cosmetic. It argues that this discipline can significantly contribute to physical, mental, and social well-being, particularly among vulnerable populations. Key aspects discussed include improvements in quality of life, the reduction of aesthetic inequalities, the positive impact on mental health, and the preventive role of certain procedures. The recent enactment of Law No. 7344/2024 in Paraguay, which regulates the professional practice of aesthetic medicine, is highlighted as a milestone in advancing its professionalization and health oversight. The article concludes that incorporating aesthetic medicine into public policy can help promote more inclusive and human-centered health systems.
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