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Self-Reported Consumption of Bottled Water v. Tap Water in Appalachian and Non-Appalachian Kentucky
Summary
Not relevant to microplastics — this study examines self-reported bottled water versus tap water consumption preferences among Appalachian Kentuckians, focusing on public trust in drinking water rather than microplastic contamination.
These results from 2013 data pre-date headline news items related to public water and likely underestimate current bottled water preferences. New data are needed, and these results warrant further investigation into tap water aesthetics in Appalachia, bottled water consumption impacts on personal finances, and approaches to build public trust for public drinking water among multiple populations including Appalachian Kentuckians.
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