Iranian Association of Environmental Health (IAEH)
Abstract
The risk of unhealthy disposal of solid waste is one of the important
problems in many societies, and recycling is considered as a solution
for managing solid wastes. Environmental knowledge and attitude of
young people (like students) appears to be crucial as their point of
view ultimately plays an important role in providing solution to future
environmental problems. In this study the knowledge, attitude and
practice of Yazd University of Medical Sciences students in respect of
disposal of solid wastes and the important factors were studied. Two
hundred thirty seven students were included in this cross-sectional
study, selected from 5 schools of this university. Data collected by a
self administered questionnaire containing four sections, were analyzed
using SPSS for Windows. The mean grade of knowledge of men and women
was 13.53 and 12.38, of 20, respectively. The difference between the
knowledge of males and females was significant (P< 0.016). On the
whole the knowledge of the students was not appropriate. About 66% of
students did not have any action in segregation and recycling of solid
wastes. It is concluded that all students must take part in formal and
informal education classes to promote their knowledge in this regard