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Jun 04, 2024;21 (6):

Addressing Water Contamination and Associated Health Issues through Community-Based Interventions: A Case Study in Khon Kaen Province.

Weerakanya Maneeprakorn, Gamolwan Tumcharern, Suwussa Bamrungsap, Kantapat Chansaenpak, Khoonsake Segkhoonthod, Chanoknan Rattanabut, Kullavadee Karn-Orachai, Aroonsri Ngamaroonchote, Prapaporn Sangkaew, Pornpimol Wongsuwan, Dechnarong Pimalai, Nararat Yong, Tik Ouiram, Peraya Phattrapornpisit, Aurachat Lert-Itthiporn, Satita Gerdsapaya, Nuttaporn Pimpha, Eknarin Thanayupong, Pitak Ngammuangtueng, Sopita Rattanopas, Pornthip Piyanuch, Preeyanut Butmee, Phongthep Noipitak, Thitiya Bunsri, Armote Somboonkaew, Sirajit Rayanasukha, Uayphorn Wannason, Sataporn Chanhorm, Kosom Chaitavon, Mongkol Thananawanukul, Ubon Cha'on, Sirirat Anutrakulchai, Deanpen Japrung
Author Information
  1. Weerakanya Maneeprakorn: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  2. Gamolwan Tumcharern: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  3. Suwussa Bamrungsap: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  4. Kantapat Chansaenpak: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  5. Khoonsake Segkhoonthod: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  6. Chanoknan Rattanabut: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  7. Kullavadee Karn-Orachai: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  8. Aroonsri Ngamaroonchote: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  9. Prapaporn Sangkaew: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  10. Pornpimol Wongsuwan: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  11. Dechnarong Pimalai: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand. ORCID
  12. Nararat Yong: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  13. Tik Ouiram: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  14. Peraya Phattrapornpisit: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  15. Aurachat Lert-Itthiporn: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  16. Satita Gerdsapaya: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  17. Nuttaporn Pimpha: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  18. Eknarin Thanayupong: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  19. Pitak Ngammuangtueng: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  20. Sopita Rattanopas: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  21. Pornthip Piyanuch: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  22. Preeyanut Butmee: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  23. Phongthep Noipitak: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  24. Thitiya Bunsri: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  25. Armote Somboonkaew: National Electronics and Computer Technology Center, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand. ORCID
  26. Sirajit Rayanasukha: National Electronics and Computer Technology Center, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand. ORCID
  27. Uayphorn Wannason: National Electronics and Computer Technology Center, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  28. Sataporn Chanhorm: National Electronics and Computer Technology Center, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  29. Kosom Chaitavon: National Electronics and Computer Technology Center, National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
  30. Mongkol Thananawanukul: 10th Environment and Pollution Control Office (Khon Kaen), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand.
  31. Ubon Cha'on: Chronic Kidney Disease Prevention in the Northeast of Thailand (CKDNET), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand. ORCID
  32. Sirirat Anutrakulchai: Chronic Kidney Disease Prevention in the Northeast of Thailand (CKDNET), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand.
  33. Deanpen Japrung: National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC), National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand Science Park, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand.
PMID: 38928976 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21060729

Abstract

A recent study conducted in Khon Kaen Province, Thailand, evaluated the effectiveness of a technology-assisted intervention aimed at improving water quality and addressing related health issues in communities around key water bodies. The intervention targeted health concerns associated with water contamination, including chronic kidney diseases, skin conditions, hypertension, and neurological symptoms. The study included water quality assessments and health evaluations of 586 residents and implemented a Learning Innovation Platform (LIP) across 13 communities. Results showed significant improvements in the community, including a decrease in hypertension and skin-related health issues, as well as enhanced community awareness and proficiency in implementing simple water quality assessments and treatment. The study demonstrated the value of a comprehensive, technology-driven community approach, effectively enhancing water quality and health outcomes, and promoting greater community awareness and self-sufficiency in managing environmental health risks.

Keywords

chronic kidney disease community-based interventions heavy metals learning innovation platform public health water contamination

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Grants

  1. A13F650052/Thailand Science Research and Innovation
  2. B13F660064/Program Management Unit for Human Resources & Institutional Development
  3. P2351465/National Science and Technology Development Agency

MeSH Term

Thailand
Humans
Water Quality
Female
Male
Adult
Water Pollution
Middle Aged
Skin Diseases
Journal Article

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