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newsGP weekly poll: Help us help Australia’s GPs
Each week, newsGP will canvas GP views on a range of topics, from hot button medical issues to the way the college engages with membership.
With it becoming increasingly likely that Novavax will be available in Australia by the end of the year – if approved by the TGA – newsGP asks GPs how much interest there is in this third vaccine among patients.
newsGP weekly poll
Have you encountered patients who say they are ‘waiting for Novavax’?
newsGP weekly poll 11–18 October 2021 (Votes: 1273)
newsGP weekly poll
What is the main barrier GPs face when prescribing medicinal cannabis?
The poll is closed.
| Lack of knowledge |
| 26% |
| The prescribing process is too difficult |
| 24% |
| Too costly |
| 6% |
| Lack of evidence |
| 42% |
newsGP weekly poll 4–11 October 2021 (Votes: 1465)
newsGP weekly poll
How has working as a GP during the pandemic affected your mental health?
The poll is closed.
| Not at all |
| 13% |
| Somewhat |
| 34% |
| Greatly |
| 38% |
| I’ve had to take time off work |
| 13% |
newsGP weekly poll 27 September – 4 October 2021 (Votes: 1028)
newsGP weekly poll
Should general practice exams be restricted only to people undertaking a Fellowship program?
The poll is closed.
| Yes, this is the same as other specialties |
| 54% |
| No, the previous arrangement was better |
| 25% |
| I don’t feel strongly about this issue |
| 8% |
| I want to see how the new system works before deciding |
| 11% |
newsGP weekly poll 20–27 September 2021 (Votes: 1637)
newsGP weekly poll
As a GP, how concerned are you about the health impacts of climate change?
The poll is closed.
| Very |
| 58% |
| Somewhat |
| 8% |
| Not at all |
| 26% |
| I don’t know enough about it |
| 6% |
newsGP weekly poll 13–20 September 2021 (Votes: 3309)
newsGP weekly poll
Should GPs have restrictions on being able to prescribe ivermectin for COVID-19?
The poll is closed.
| Yes |
| 13% |
| No |
| 54% |
| Yes, but it should apply to all doctors |
| 29% |
| Only while there is a shortage |
| 1% |
newsGP weekly poll 6–13 September 2021 (Votes: 1108)
newsGP weekly poll
Have you felt more confident administering COVID-19 vaccinations since the no-fault indemnity scheme was finalised?
The poll is closed.
| Yes |
| 29% |
| No, I was not overly concerned about adverse events |
| 18% |
| No, it is still my patient if something goes wrong |
| 37% |
| Indifferent |
| 14% |
newsGP weekly poll 30 August – 6 September 2021 (Votes: 1388)
newsGP weekly poll
For what reason are female patients most commonly presenting at the moment?
The poll is closed.
| Mental health |
| 65% |
| Alcohol and other drugs |
| 4% |
| Screenings/preventive care |
| 8% |
| Questions about vaccination |
| 21% |
newsGP weekly poll 23–30 August 2021 (Votes: 4634)
newsGP weekly poll
As a GP, do you agree with mandatory COVID vaccinations in the workplace?
The poll is closed.
| Yes |
| 52% |
| No |
| 35% |
| In settings where employees will likely be exposed to the virus |
| 7% |
| Only people who work closely with vulnerable cohorts |
| 4% |
newsGP weekly poll 16–23 August 2021 (Votes: 1795)
newsGP weekly poll
Have you noticed a recent reduction in COVID vaccine hesitancy in your area?
The poll is closed.
| Yes (COVID hotspot) |
| 34% |
| No (COVID hotspot) |
| 12% |
| Yes (no community transmission) |
| 30% |
| No (no community transmission) |
| 21% |
newsGP weekly poll 9–16 August 2021 (Votes: 1177)
newsGP weekly poll
How often do patients fail to disclose respiratory symptoms during triage?
The poll is closed.
| At least once per day |
| 66% |
| At least once per week |
| 26% |
| Rarely |
| 5% |
| Never |
| 2% |
newsGP weekly poll 2–9 August 2021 (Votes: 1141)
newsGP weekly poll
Are you happy with the incoming changes to CPD?
The poll is closed.
| Yes |
| 4% |
| No |
| 72% |
| Undecided |
| 19% |
| Indifferent |
| 3% |
newsGP weekly poll 26 July – 2 August 2021 (Votes: 2526)
newsGP weekly poll
Are you fully vaccinated against COVID-19?
The poll is closed.
| I am, as is the rest of our practice |
| 37% |
| I am, but some of my colleagues aren’t |
| 26% |
| I’ve received one dose |
| 22% |
| No one in my practice is |
| 14% |
newsGP weekly poll 19–26 July 2021 (Votes: 896)
newsGP weekly poll
Have mandatory reporting laws ever dissuaded you from seeking mental health support?
The poll is closed.
| Yes |
| 52% |
| No |
| 16% |
| No (WA-based) |
| 2% |
| I haven’t needed any |
| 28% |
newsGP weekly poll 12–19 July 2021 (Votes: 1154)
newsGP weekly poll
Have you been fit-tested for a P2/N95 mask yet?
The poll is closed.
| Yes, every GP in my practice has |
| 3% |
| Yes, but some colleagues have not |
| 2% |
| No, but fit-testing has been scheduled |
| 0% |
| No and fit-testing has not been scheduled |
| 93% |
newsGP weekly poll 5–12 July 2021 (Votes: 313)
newsGP weekly poll
Does your practice have a reconciliation action plan?
The poll is closed.
| Yes |
| 8% |
| No, but we would consider it |
| 24% |
| No, and unlikely to consider it |
| 60% |
| I work in an ACCHO or AMS |
| 6% |
newsGP weekly poll 28 June – 5 July 2021 (Votes: 1258)
newsGP weekly poll
What will attract more medical graduates to general practice?
The poll is closed.
| Increased remuneration |
| 79% |
| Less paperwork |
| 7% |
| Access to paid leave |
| 6% |
| Greater exposure to primary care |
| 6% |
newsGP weekly poll 21–28 June 2021 (Votes: 659)
newsGP weekly poll
What is the main barrier to conducting video-based telehealth?
The poll is closed.
| Practice infrastructure |
| 32% |
| Technical issues |
| 25% |
| Patient preference |
| 33% |
| Lack of training/experience |
| 8% |
newsGP weekly poll 14–21 June 2021 (Votes: 883)
newsGP weekly poll
Do you support disease-specific MBS item numbers?
The poll is closed.
| No – this fragments care |
| 59% |
| No – for other reasons |
| 15% |
| Yes – for specific patient needs |
| 5% |
| Yes – with appropriate rebates |
| 19% |
newsGP weekly poll 7–14 June 2021 (Votes: 993)
newsGP weekly poll
As a GP, what are you most concerned about professionally?
The poll is closed.
| Work–life balance |
| 45% |
| MBS compliance |
| 17% |
| Lack of resources |
| 13% |
| Vexatious complaints |
| 24% |
newsGP poll 31 May – 7 June 2021 (Votes: 1420)
newsGP weekly poll
What is the largest challenge impacting the COVID vaccine rollout?
The poll is closed.
| Vaccine hesitancy |
| 69% |
| Limited number of doses |
| 21% |
| Inconsistent supply of consumables |
| 3% |
| Lack of MBS support |
| 4% |
newsGP poll 24–31 May 2021 (Votes: 667)
newsGP weekly poll
Would you access professional indemnity insurance through the RACGP?
The poll is closed.
| Yes, very likely |
| 23% |
| Yes, somewhat likely |
| 16% |
| No, very unlikely |
| 41% |
| No, somewhat unlikely |
| 18% |
newsGP poll 17–24 May 2021 (Votes: 1048)
newsGP weekly poll
What is the main priority for GPs over the next 12 months?
The poll is closed.
| Completing the COVID-19 vaccine rollout |
| 26% |
| Finding a permanent solution for telehealth |
| 7% |
| More funding to better support primary care |
| 18% |
| Avoiding burnout |
| 48% |