Hussein, M., Jad, I., Fetohy, E., El-Zoka, A., Moustafa, N. (2024). Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacists Regarding Eco-friendly Pharmaceutical Practices at the Biggest General Hospital in Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Egypt. Journal of High Institute of Public Health, 54(3), 105-114. doi: 10.21608/jhiph.2024.423537
Mohamed F. Hussein; Israa M. Jad; Ebtisam M. Fetohy; Aleya H. El-Zoka; Noha S. Moustafa. "Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacists Regarding Eco-friendly Pharmaceutical Practices at the Biggest General Hospital in Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Egypt". Journal of High Institute of Public Health, 54, 3, 2024, 105-114. doi: 10.21608/jhiph.2024.423537
Hussein, M., Jad, I., Fetohy, E., El-Zoka, A., Moustafa, N. (2024). 'Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacists Regarding Eco-friendly Pharmaceutical Practices at the Biggest General Hospital in Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Egypt', Journal of High Institute of Public Health, 54(3), pp. 105-114. doi: 10.21608/jhiph.2024.423537
Hussein, M., Jad, I., Fetohy, E., El-Zoka, A., Moustafa, N. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacists Regarding Eco-friendly Pharmaceutical Practices at the Biggest General Hospital in Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Egypt. Journal of High Institute of Public Health, 2024; 54(3): 105-114. doi: 10.21608/jhiph.2024.423537
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pharmacists Regarding Eco-friendly Pharmaceutical Practices at the Biggest General Hospital in Kafr Elsheikh Governorate, Egypt
1Department of Occupational Health and Industrial Medicine, High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, Egypt
2Fellow of Occupational Health and Industrial Medicine Department, High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, Egypt
3Department of Health Administration and Behavioral Sciences, High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, Egypt
4Department of Primary Health Care, High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, Egypt
Abstract
Background: Environmental exposure to pollutants resulting from inadequate pharmacist practices can have negative effects on health and environment. Objective(s): The current study aimed to assess pharmacists’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices at the biggest General Hospital in Kafr Elsheikh governorate regarding eco-friendly measures. Methods: This cross-sectional study collected data from 98 hospital pharmacists using a predesigned, structured questionnaire to assess their knowledge and attitudes regarding eco-friendly pharmaceuticals. Besides, an observational checklist was designed and used to assess their eco-friendly practices. Results: Most pharmacists demonstrated poor knowledge (56.2%), neutral attitudes (82.7%), and poor practices (45.9%).. Older pharmacists and those with more experience demonstrated significantly higher knowledge score (p < 0.001). Poor knowledge significantly increased the odds of poor eco-friendly pharmacy practices (p=0.015). Conclusion: The majority of the pharmacists in Kafr El Sheikh General Hospital had insufficient knowledge and poor practices regarding eco-friendly pharmaceutical practices. Older pharmacists with more experience generally exhibited better knowledge and practices in eco-friendly pharmacy than younger pharmacists.
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