active search
[ˈæktɪv sɜːrtʃ]
nounpl: active searches
busca ativa
1. A deliberate and systematic effort to locate or find something, typically involving direct action and initiative rather than passive waiting
The police launched an active search for the missing person in the nearby woods.
A polícia iniciou uma busca ativa pela pessoa desaparecida nas matas próximas.
2. In medical context, a proactive approach to identifying patients with specific conditions or symptoms
The health clinic conducted an active search for undiagnosed diabetic patients in the community.
A clínica de saúde realizou uma busca ativa por pacientes com diabetes não diagnosticada na comunidade.
3. In employment context, the act of actively pursuing job opportunities rather than waiting for offers
She began an active search for employment after graduating from university.
Ela iniciou uma busca ativa por emprego após se formar na universidade.
The term 'busca ativa' is particularly prevalent in Brazilian healthcare policy and public health initiatives, where it refers to community outreach programs to identify undiagnosed cases of diseases like tuberculosis, leprosy, and diabetes. It reflects a proactive approach to healthcare delivery rather than waiting for patients to seek care.
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