Assessing Public Awareness and Practices Related to Environmental Health and Disease Prevention in Saudi Arabia: A Survey-Based Study

Authors

  • Kholoud Mohammed Bamookrah
  • Alanoud Fahad Alotaibi
  • Sadah Qumus Alobaid
  • Maryam Ibrahim H Qashqari
  • Rayan Mohammad Albauomi
  • Hanan Mohammed Alshamrani
  • Alaa Ghazi Alolayan
  • Mahmood Taha Alkhatieb
  • Bayan Mohammed Hawsawi
  • Abeer Mohammed Hazzaa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22399/ijcesen.3996

Keywords:

Environmental health, Public awareness, Disease prevention, Saudi Arabia, Pollution, Health education

Abstract

Objective: To assess the level of public awareness, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding environmental health and disease prevention among residents of Saudi Arabia, and to identify associated sociodemographic factors. Methods:
A cross-sectional, survey-based study was conducted involving 1,169 participants aged 18 years and older from both urban and rural areas. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS. Results:
Most participants (94.2%) exhibited a moderate level of environmental health awareness. Only 1.5% scored in the high category. Positive attitudes were widespread, with over 85% believing in their personal role in improving environmental conditions. However, only 15.8% consistently practiced recycling, and 11.5% never took protective measures against pollution. Education and occupation were significantly associated with awareness (p < 0.001), while age, gender, and residency were not. Conclusion:
The study reveals a population that is moderately informed and highly receptive to environmental health initiatives, yet limited by inconsistent practices and knowledge gaps. Tailored educational programs and clinician-led interventions are recommended to enhance public environmental literacy and promote sustainable behaviors.

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2025-01-31

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Kholoud Mohammed Bamookrah, Alanoud Fahad Alotaibi, Sadah Qumus Alobaid, Maryam Ibrahim H Qashqari, Rayan Mohammad Albauomi, Hanan Mohammed Alshamrani, … Abeer Mohammed Hazzaa. (2025). Assessing Public Awareness and Practices Related to Environmental Health and Disease Prevention in Saudi Arabia: A Survey-Based Study. International Journal of Computational and Experimental Science and Engineering, 11(4). https://doi.org/10.22399/ijcesen.3996

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Vol. 11 No. 4 (2025): IJCESEN

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