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A preliminary study has been done to evaluate the perspective of community about the utilization of traditional medicine and conventional medicine. The objective of this study is to examine the understanding and perspective of the community on the utilization of conventional and traditional medicine. A random sample of 174 respondents were selected for this investigation. This survey employs a 5-point Likert scale and consists of four primary sections: demographics, assessing the community's knowledge, exploring the community's perspectives and perceptions, and investigating the variables that influence the community's preference for traditional or mainstream medicine. The results of this survey suggest that most of the respondents have existing knowledge about traditional medicine and generally have a positive attitude towards its use. Noteworthy discoveries have been made regarding the elements that impact the decision-making process between traditional and conventional medicine among respondents of different age groups. Influences have been exerted by factors such as health conditions, types of diseases, availability, pricing, and social media. These findings highlight the need for more research on the acceptance of traditional medicine. In the future, traditional medicine may be considered as alternative yet dependable medical therapies that can be incorporated into Malaysia's healthcare system.
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