IBGE National Health Survey (PNS) Disclosure/IBGE The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) began this Monday (6) the National Health Survey (PNS), which will cover 4,716 households in 77 municipalities in Rio Grande do Norte. The novelty of this 2026 edition is the collection of biomarkers, with blood and urine tests carried out by qualified health professionals. ? Click here to follow the g1 RN channel on WhatsApp According to IBGE, collections will be made from people aged 35 and over, residents of municipalities in the Metropolitan Region of Natal. The survey questionnaire contains questions about chronic diseases, health status, lifestyle habits, access to and use of health services, health plan coverage, among other topics. There is also pressure, weight and height measurement. IBGE maps the health of Brazilians People aged 12 and over can respond to the survey, but parts of the questionnaire should only be answered by people aged 15 or over, IBGE reported. This is the 3rd edition of the PNS, Brazil's main household survey on the population's health conditions. The research runs until November across the country. How to verify the researcher's identity ? IBGE research agents will always be in uniform, with a blue identification vest, badge and Mobile Collection Device (DMC). ? It is possible to confirm the identity of the agent by entering the registration number on the website Respondendo ao IBGE (https://respondendo.ibge.gov.br/entrevistador.html) or by calling 0800 721 8181. National Health Survey ?? According to IBGE, the PNS provides essential information to guide the planning, implementation and evaluation of policies, actions and programs aimed at health promotion and disease prevention and reducing health inequalities. ?? The data also supports the management of the Unified Health System (SUS) and contributes to the monitoring of national and international goals and commitments related to the topic. Previous editions took place in 2019 and 2013. Most watched videos on g1 RN