If you are interested in the state of knowledge about health and medical care in Poland, you definitely need to take a look at our survey conducted jointly with the My Pacjenci Foundation. As many as 1182 respondents between the ages of 18 and 65+ participated in the survey, making it a reliable reflection of the knowledge and attitudes of various social groups in Poland. This is a unique opportunity to understand how Poles perceive their own health, what expectations they have of the healthcare system and what gaps in health education affect them most. Don't miss this opportunity to update your knowledge and understand the challenges facing society and the health system in Poland.
Health awareness assessment
In this section, respondents are presented with questions about their awareness of public health and patient rights in Poland. The main purpose of these questions is to understand whether Poles feel well informed about health prevention programmes and whether they know where to look for information on their rights as patients.
The questions focus on whether respondents feel they receive enough information about prevention programmes and whether they have sufficient knowledge of patient rights. In addition, it examines whether they know where to find information about these rights and who to contact if they are violated. Analysis of the responses to these questions will help to better understand the level of information and the public's health education needs.
Health on the internet
In the digital age, the internet has become a major source of information on virtually every topic, including health. This section of the survey focuses on how respondents use and trust the health resources available online. Among other things, they were asked about where online they look for reliable health information, whether they use forums or social media for advice on symptoms, and to what extent they trust information provided by well-known people online.
Online health discussions are ubiquitous and easily accessible, but the quality of this information can vary. Respondents were asked whether they ever forgo treatment based on information found online, whether they discuss online health information obtained from a doctor with others, and whether they trust and follow advice given by celebrities and influencers in the context of health.
Attitudes towards preventive health care
This section deals with respondents' views on the importance and need for preventive examinations. Respondents were given the opportunity to express their thoughts on the potential incentives for people to have regular checkups and to express their attitudes on the location and frequency of such checkups. In this section, respondents also had the opportunity to share their thoughts on the need for preventive screenings and their potential labour intensive nature in the context of everyday life.
Experience with health care
The 'Experiences with healthcare' section examines respondents' relationships and interactions with GPs, as well as with specialists. The extent to which patients are aware of the availability of preventive programmes and referral options for free examinations is assessed. In addition, respondents have the opportunity to express whether they regularly remind their relatives of the need to participate in preventive examinations.
A key question in this section also examines whether family doctors (GPs) adequately inform patients about the preventive programmes available and whether they are able to coordinate patient care in collaboration with specialists. The final question focuses on the problem of difficulties in accessing specialists and whether this problem is addressed by the GP who coordinates the patient's health care.
Attitudes towards health, education and training
In this section of the survey, we sought to explore how respondents relate to their own health in the context of their education and training. Questions were aimed at understanding people's beliefs about the impact of certain factors, such as obesity, on their overall health and their level of health awareness in the context of education. Additionally, this section aimed to assess how education and access to information influence attitudes towards health and what decisions people make in relation to their health based on the knowledge they have gained.
Access to healthcare and medicines
This section focuses on how respondents perceive the availability of healthcare and medicines in Poland. The questions in this section of the survey address the overall accessibility of healthcare, both in terms of quality and speed of access. In addition, the survey pays attention to the availability of medicines, asking about their accessibility and any problems in obtaining them. Understanding the respondents' opinions on these issues is crucial for assessing the functioning of the healthcare system in Poland.
Technological developments in healthcare
Technological developments in the healthcare sphere are becoming increasingly important in today's world. This section of the survey focuses on understanding respondents' attitudes and feelings towards medical innovation. It explores their experiences, confidence and willingness to use modern solutions for diagnosis, treatment or health monitoring.
The questions in this section focus on the use of technology in contact with the doctor, the use of medical apps or remote health consultation. We want to understand how modern tools affect the quality of healthcare and whether patients see more benefits or risks in them.