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To investigate the role of health literacy in influencing preventive behaviors related to microplastic contamination.

March 8, 2026Open Access

Health literacy and preventive behaviors toward microplastic contamination among communities in the major river basins of northeastern Thailand

Key Points

To investigate the role of health literacy in influencing preventive behaviors related to microplastic contamination.
Examined health literacy levels in riverine communities
Identified preventive behaviors related to microplastic exposure
Proposed interventions focusing on decision-making skills
Higher health literacy is linked to better preventive behaviors against microplastic exposure
Interventions targeting decision-making skills show promise in promoting sustainable practices

Abstract

Health literacy is a critical determinant of microplastic-related preventive behaviors. Interventions targeting higher-order literacy skills, particularly decision-making, should be integrated into environmental health and public health strategies to reduce microplastic exposure and promote sustainable preventive practices in riverine communities.

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Santisith Khiewkhern

Supatra Noo-In

Chitkamon Srichomphoo

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PLoS ONE

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Uppsala University

Thammasat University

Naresuan University

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