Pharmaceuticals in drinking water: local analysis of the problem and finding a solution through awareness.
J Am Pharm Assoc (2003)
; 50(5): 600-3, 2010.
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OBJECTIVES: To evaluate public awareness of pharmaceuticals in drinking water and to develop educational efforts to promote awareness in our community. METHODS: A review of the literature was conducted to gain a full perspective of the current issue. Questionnaires, interviews, and website feedback were used to assess awareness of the problem and the most commonly used medication disposal methods. In addition, educational flyers were created to disseminate information to the public. RESULTS: The questionnaires were completed by a total of 96 respondents. Of respondents employed in health care, 72% had previous knowledge of pharmaceutical medications being found in our local (Charleston, SC) water supply, and of respondents not employed in health care, 54% had previous knowledge. For those with previous knowledge, 7% disposed of medications in the toilet or sink, 38% used the trash, and 36% used multiple methods. Of respondents indicating no previous knowledge, 3% disposed of medications in the toilet or sink, 35% used the trash, and 42% used multiple methods. CONCLUSION: Public awareness of pharmaceuticals in drinking water and educational efforts focusing on proper disposal of medications are essential in helping to reduce drinking water contamination.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Poluentes Químicos da Água
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Abastecimento de Água
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Preparações Farmacêuticas
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Conhecimentos, Atitudes e Prática em Saúde
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Educação em Saúde
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
Limite:
Adult
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Aged
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Aged80
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Animals
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Am Pharm Assoc (2003)
Assunto da revista:
FARMACIA
Ano de publicação:
2010
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos
País de publicação:
Estados Unidos