Research components

Given that the objectives of the research are mainly focused on proposals for solutions and support from other sectors, the methodological approach is qualitative.

• A qualitative cross-sectional study with a descriptive aim is carried out through a series of semi-structured individual interviews with the various institutional actors/sectors other than health.
• The interviews are based on a pre-established questionnaire completed in a qualitative way, in order to describe the obligations, concerns, activities, interactions and obligations of different sectors.

The process includes the following steps, further described below:

• Sampling
• Collection of data
• Quality assurance
• Ethical consideration