Brazilian Ministry of Health

VSN_SUS

The Ministry of Health of Brazil develops and implements public health policies, coordinates the Unified Health System (SUS), promotes disease prevention, expands access to quality services, and strengthens health for the entire population. 

Website: https://www.gov.br/saude/pt-br  

 

Country: Brazil

Last evaluation: 2025

Website audience(s): 

General public, educators, healthcare professionals, media, policy makers

 

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Description of the website

The website of the Brazilian Ministry of Health is a member of the WHO-led project Vaccine Safety Net (VSN).

The website of the Ministry of Health of Brazil provides reliable information on health and vaccination, including vaccine safety. Visitors can access articles, news, Q&A sections, technical notes, guides, digital brochures, videos, and graphic materials to support awareness and access to health information. 

Website’s sponsorship policy

The website is fully funded by public resources, which is implicit in its governmental nature. 

Website’s content or editorial policy

The editorial policy of the gov.br website was established by Decree No. 9,756, dated April 11, 2019, which institutes the unified portal 'gov.br' and sets forth the rules for unifying the Federal Government's digital channels. The full text of the decree can be accessed at: https://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/_ato2019-2022/2019/decreto/d9756.htm   

Visit Vaccine Safety Net portal; with live news from the VSN members and other VSN related information and resources.