An individual’s knowledge, perception, and attitude are fundamental in determining how a person behaves regarding environmental hazards. While science has made great strides in promoting environmental health, threats still exist, largely due to individual actions in response to potential health hazards. Undergraduate students (n=395) enrolled in an introductory Health Education course participated in an environmental health awareness survey examining knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. Results indicated that there was a general lack of knowledge among participants about environmental health-related issues. In addition, it was determined that males were more likely to have positive attitudes towards issues relating to air quality and the green environment. Further analyses revealed that there was a significant relationship between age and attitudes toward issues dealing with sustainability. In addition, race/ethnicity predicted attitudes toward water quality and recycling behaviors. While students typically possessed positive attitudes toward environmental health, they engaged in non-eco-friendly behaviors. Because knowledge influences a person’s attitude, and ultimately behavior, continued efforts in environmental health education should be refined.
This year the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) has added a new way to participate in the Call for Abstracts process for the Annual Educational Conference (AEC) & Exhibition. It is called, "Be a voice" and it gives you the opportunity to tell us what you’d like to experience at the AEC. Tell us topics you’d like to hear about and speakers you’d like to see. Review abstracts and provide input.
Help NEHA develop a training and education experience that continues to advance the proficiency of the environmental health profession AND helps create bottom line improvements for your organization!To search for specific abstracts, please use the search box located at the top left of the page (*next to the Blogger icon).
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