Impact of Social Media on Public Health Awareness
- DOI
- 10.2991/978-2-38476-416-7_21How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Social media; public health; community; environmental activities; awareness
- Abstract
In recent years, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for influencing public opinion and driving change across various sectors, including public health, sustainability, and environmental awareness. This paper explores the role of social media in promoting these crucial areas, highlighting its capacity to inform, engage, and mobilize communities toward healthier and more sustainable practices. It examines how platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube are being used to disseminate information related to public health, raise awareness about environmental challenges, and advocate for sustainable practices. By providing access to real-time updates, educational content, and global networks, social media has significantly contributed to public health campaigns, environmental activism, and the promotion of sustainable solutions. However, the paper also discusses the challenges, such as misinformation and accessibility issues, that affect the effectiveness of social media in these domains. Ultimately, the study emphasizes the need for collaboration among governments, organizations, and influencers to harness social media’s potential for fostering a healthier and more sustainable future for all.
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TY - CONF AU - Manisha AU - Arpit Jangid AU - Lakshay Mathur AU - Mahak Jethwani AU - Bhavani Shankar PY - 2025 DA - 2025/06/14 TI - Impact of Social Media on Public Health Awareness BT - Proceedings of Innovative Multidisciplinary Approaches to Global Challenges: Sustainability, Equity, and Ethics in an Interconnected World (IMASEE 2025) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 441 EP - 456 SN - 2352-5398 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-416-7_21 DO - 10.2991/978-2-38476-416-7_21 ID - 2025 ER -