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Examining Drinking Water Preferences among University Students: A Comparative Assessment
Razi Mahmood1, Norr Hassan2, Ashraf Chamseddine2
1Department of Public Health, AFG College with the University of Aberdeen, Doha P.O. Box 10805, Qatar.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|October 26, 2024
Summary
University students in Qatar prefer bottled water for safety and convenience, despite environmental concerns. Knowledge alone doesn
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Consumer Behavior Studies
- Public Health
Background:
- Global increase in bottled water consumption raises health and environmental concerns.
- Understanding consumer preferences is crucial for addressing these issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate university students' attitudes and preferences regarding bottled versus tap water in Qatar.
- To identify key factors influencing water source choices among students.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study utilizing an online survey.
- Survey conducted among university students in Qatar during September-October 2022.
- Data collected from 688 student respondents.
Main Results:
- 68.02% of students preferred plastic bottled water, citing safety (43.80%) and convenience (16.88%) as primary reasons.
- Tap water preference was driven by cost (46.67%) and convenience (20.00%).
- A majority (72%) recognized environmental harm from plastic bottles but continued to use them.
Conclusions:
- Safety is the paramount factor driving bottled water preference, outweighing environmental concerns.
- Student behavior is influenced by factors beyond knowledge, indicating a need for attitude and behavior change campaigns.
- Enhanced health and environmental literacy programs are recommended to promote informed water consumption choices.
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