Publications by authors named "Nhung Hong Vu"
This study investigated Vietnamese people's behavior and future intention to purchase medicines and functional foods online and their associated factors. From March to May 2023, a Google Form questionnaire was distributed via social networks and online platforms. Convenience and snowballing sampling methods were employed to recruit 1,305 Vietnamese people.
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- The study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and purchasing experiences of Vietnamese people regarding online medicines and functional foods, using data from 1,070 online survey participants.
- Results showed that while 52.8% of participants had bought these products online, many were unaware of the legality issues, with only 19.9% understanding that selling medicines online is illegal in Vietnam.
- Concerns about counterfeit products, misleading information, and the difficulty in distinguishing legal online pharmacies were prevalent, highlighting a need for increased awareness and education on these topics.