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Survey Results

 

Survey results to date are as follows:

Tell us about your optical habits - do you wear prescription glasses or contact lenses?

3-Nov-2009

Both glasses and contacts	9 %
Only glasses	65 %
Only glasses, but considering contacts	4 %
Only contact lenses	1 %
Should, but don't wear either	6 %
No, I have healthy eyesight	15 %

 

Has a fractured bone impacted on you or a loved ones life after the fracture itself healed?

19-Oct-2009

Yes, severely	24 %
Yes, but only minimally	27 %
No, they fully recovered	20 %
We haven't fractured any bones	29 %

 

Do you use over the counter heartburn medications?

7-Oct-2009

Yes, regularly	25 %
No, I use prescription products	24 %
No, I don't suffer from heartburn	51 %

 

Do you experience hay fever symptoms in spring?

22-Sep-2009

Yes, severely	31 %
Yes, mildly	38 %
No	31 %

 

Has your family had to contend with a relative getting Alzheimer's?

8-Sep-2009

Yes, a relative has severe symptoms	22 %
Yes, a relative has mild symptoms	8 %
No, I do not have any relatives with Alzheimers	16 %
No, but I have seen it through friends	54 %

 

Do you know which fats are good and which fats are bad?

25-Aug-2009

Yes	56 %
No, but I'd like to know	39 %
No, I'm not interested	5 %

 

Have you had an eye check up in the last 2 years?

13-Aug-2009

Yes, I have a check up regularly	14 %
Yes, I have diabetes so I go regularly	3 %
I only go when I need new glasses	6 %
No, I havent had an eye check for years	6 %
No, Ive never had an eye check up	71 %

 

Would you consider being tested for genetic conditions?

28-Jul-2009

Yes, I'd like to know so I could get early treatment	88 %
No, what will be, will be	6 %
Unsure	6 %

 

Have you been on a diet in the last 12 months?

13-Jul-2009

Yes, and I reached my goal weight	6 %
Yes, but I am still working towards my goal	23 %
Yes, but it didnt work	20 %
No I dont diet, I follow a balanced lifestyle plan	34 %
No, its too hard	17 %

 

Have you or your partner ever had erectile dysfunction?

30-Jun-2009

Yes, but it was treated	7 %
Yes, it comes from time to time	40 %
No, never	53 %

 

Do you stay home from work when you have a cold?

16-Jun-2009

Yes	22 %
Usually, if work isnt too busy	19 %
Rarely, too many commitments	36 %
No, never	23 %

 

Are you aware of the importance of screening for bowel cancer if there is a history of it in your family?

3-Jun-2009

Yes	85 %
No	15 %

 

Would you know what to do if you saw someone having a seizure?

21-May-2009

Yes, I would	43 %
Yes, I think so	26 %
No, but I would like to learn	28 %
No, I'm not interested	3 %

 

Do you practice safe sex consistently?

6-May-2009

Yes always	65 %
Most of the time	16 %
No I need to improve my habits	19 %

 

Are you aware of what you can do to detect breast cancer early?

23-Apr-2009

Yes, breast cancer in my family has made me fully aware	27 %
Yes, the educational campaigns make it clear	54 %
Unsure	13 %
No, I wait to be reminded by my GP	6 %

 

What sort of pregnancy related information would you like to see more of from VMC?

6-Apr-2009

Fertility treatment research	25 %
Guides for expectant parents	13 %
Postnatal issues, such as depression for men and women	33 %
Advice on early childhood issues	29 %

 

Are you a smoker? If so, do you want to quit?

24-Mar-2009

No, Ive never smoked	41 %
No, I gave up	34 %
Yes, I dont want to quit	5 %
Yes, I want to quit	13 %
Yes, I am currently trying to quit	7 %

 

Do you feel there is enough (helpful) information on food labels?

11-Mar-2009

Yes, it is useful	11 %
Yes, but it needs to be more clear	30 %
Unsure, as I rarely read food labels	5 %
No, there needs to be more information	54 %

 

Have you or a family member been directly affected by major trauma (e.g. a natural disaster)? What sort of help or support did you/they receive?

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23-Feb-2009

Yes - counselling by a GP or psychologist	10 %
Yes - support groups	1 %
Yes - family or community support	9 %
Yes - a mixture of the above	10 %
Yes - but didnt receive any support	30 %
No - Ive never been affected by major trauma	40 %

 

Most people with schizophrenia live and many work and study in their local community. How good do you think your understanding is of schizophrenia and what its like to live with it?

9-Feb-2009

Very good	17 %
Good	16 %
Satisfactory	17 %
Poor	34 %
Very poor	16 %

 

Do you feel there is adequate support for children (and families) dealing with ADHD?

29-Jan-2009

Yes	20 %
No	65 %
Unsure	15 %

 

Have you attempted to lose weight over the last 12 months?

13-Jan-2009

Yes, and I achieved my goal	7 %
Yes, but I am yet to reach my goal	55 %
No, but it is one of my resolutions for 2009	12 %
No, I probably should but havent bothered yet	11 %
No, I dont need to lose weight	14 %
Other	1 %

 

What is your New Year resolution?

23-Dec-2008

To lose weight	35 %
To quit smoking	7 %
To stress less	9 %
To exercise more	19 %
A combination of the above	27 %
Other	3 %

 

Do you make New Years resolutions about your health?

16-Dec-2008

No, there is no point as I wont succeed	25 %
I should, but need help to stick to my goals	16 %
Yes, I try but usually fail	31 %
Yes, the majority of the time I succeed	15 %
Other	13 %

 

Do you try to get a tan in summer?

2-Dec-2008

No, the skin damage just isnt worth it!	48 %
Not on purpose	35 %
Only if I have a special event coming up	3 %
Yes	12 %
Other	2 %

 

Health organisations and agencies have increased peoples awareness of the risk factors of metabolic syndrome and changes you can make to your lifestyle. Where are you more likely to go for education and assistance?

18-Nov-2008

Your GP	47 %
Other health practitioner eg nutritionist	8 %
Gym instructor	1 %
Internet	37 %
Health magazines	5 %
Im not interested in learning more about my health	2 %

 

Prostate cancer has a high survival rate if diagnosed early, but many men are reluctant to get tested or discuss it. Which of the following would most deter you from discussing prostate cancer with your doctor?

4-Nov-2008

Embarrassment	34 %
Lack of knowledge/not thinking to ask	17 %
Fear of tests	18 %
Dislike visiting doctor	10 %
None of the above	17 %
Other	4 %

 

Which of the following measures do you use the most for maintaining healthy bones?

21-Oct-2008

Eat a calcium rich diet including low fat dairy	23 %
Weight-bearing exercises	9 %
Take vitamin supplements	11 %
Maintain a healthy weight	10 %
All of the above	35 %
None of the above	12 %

 

Which of the following causes you the most stress or depression?

8-Oct-2008

Loneliness or a lack of supportive network	24 %
Working too much/ no time to relax	18 %
Weight or appearance	23 %
Health issues or unhealthy lifestyle	10 %
Lack of purpose in life	19 %
None of the above	6 %

 

Which measures do you use to protect yourself against dementia?

24-Sep-2008

Stimulate the mind with social interaction, puzzles, reading, hobbies and learning new things	20 %
Eat a healthy balanced diet, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep	6 %
Visit the doctor for regular health checks	6 %
Avoid bad habits like smoking and drinking	8 %
Some or all of the above	55 %
None of the above	5 %

 

Which of the following conditions most increases your chance of having a stroke?

11-Sep-2008

High blood pressure	47 %
Smoking	20 %
Being overweight or obese	15 %
Stress	10 %
Diabetes	7 %
High cholesterol	1 %

 

What do you do to protect your family against cancer?

28-Aug-2008

Discourage use of toxic substances	11 %
Encourage a healthy diet and exercise	23 %
Planning cancer screening visits	3 %
All of the above	57 %
None of the above	6 %

 

What is the main challenge stopping your family from participating in sporting activities?

14-Aug-2008

Time restrictions	35 %
Financial restrictions	22 %
Esteem issues	12 %
Other factors	15 %
Not applicable. My family all participate	16 %

 

Which of the following helps build healthy bones the most?

31-Jul-2008

Diet and nutrition	64 %
Vitamin Supplements	4 %
Genetic factors	2 %
Weight bearing exercises	28 %
Other	2 %

 

Which of the following do you think most contributes to your chance of developing type 2 diabetes?

15-Jul-2008

Lifestyle choices - alcohol/smoking.	23 %
Age.	3 %
Genetic factors.	15 %
Obesity.	57 %
Other.	2 %

 

How would you support somebody who is the carer for a loved one with dementia?

1-Jul-2008

Learn more about the disease	35 %
Encourage the carer to look after themselves	17 %
Tell the carer to get help from support groups etc	45 %
Other	3 %

 

Weight is often a sensitive issue and it can be very difficult to bring up the issue with a friend or loved one. How would you approach the subject of obesity with a loved one?

17-Jun-2008

Encourage them to make healthier lifestyle choices	24 %
Ask them to join you in making healthier choices	52 %
Discuss the importance of regular health checks	7 %
Inform them of the health risks linked to obesity	12 %
Other	5 %

 

If you have blood pressure, diabetes or are over 50 years of age, has your GP tested your kidney function in the last 12 months?

4-Jun-2008

Yes	34 %
No	66 %
Unsure	0 %

 

If you have blood pressure, diabetes or are over 50 years of age, has your GP tested your kidney function in the last 12 months?

4-Jun-2008

Yes	40 %
No	53 %
Unsure	7 %

 

Maintaining a healthy weight is important in adequate kidney function. How many times a week do you regularly exercise? (Session = greater than 30min)

29-May-2008

Less than once a week	34 %
1 - 2 times a week.	18 %
3 - 4 times a week. .	31 %
More than 5 times a week.	17 %

 

Which area do you think more money should be put into when it comes to schizophrenia?

20-May-2008

Research into the role that genes may play	23 %
Mental health support for patient and families	55 %
Development of new therapeutic approaches	14 %
Developing an online education and support program	8 %

 

Do you think all infants should be immunised?

5-May-2008

Yes, I believe immunisation is essential	78 %
Yes, the essential vaccines are free, so why not?	9 %
No, I believe they do more harm than good	5 %
No I do not believe they are scientifically proven	4 %
I am unsure	4 %

 

Which area do you think more money should be put into when it comes to Parkinson's disease?

23-Apr-2008

Developing an online education and support program	9 %
More training for health professionals	11 %
Research into the role that genes may play	47 %
Development of new therapeutic approaches	30 %
Other	3 %

 

High blood pressure is linked with several health problems, including heart attack and stroke. How much attention do you pay to your blood pressure?

7-Apr-2008

I take medication for it	39 %
Its high, but I haven’t done anything about it yet	6 %
It's in the normal range	41 %
I have no idea what my blood pressure is	14 %

 

Have you ever been a target of bullying or sexual harassment at your workplace?

26-Mar-2008

Yes. I quit work and/or sought help due to it	21 %
Yes. It was distressing, but had to put up with it	26 %
Yes, but it wasn't anything too bad.	14 %
No, never	34 %
I was the one targeting other people.	5 %

 

Organs are in short supply in Australia and the waiting list is growing. Are you a registered organ donor?

25-Feb-2008

Yes, we don't need our organs once we die	61 %
I want to, but have not registered yet	17 %
No, I'm undecided	11 %
No it's not compatible with my religion or beliefs	5 %
No, I don't want to think about it	6 %

 

Research shows that people who eat two or more servings of meat per day have an increased risk of developing metabolic syndrome compared with those who eat meat just twice a week. One serving is the size of a burger patty. How much meat do you eat?

11-Feb-2008

Less than 2 servings each week	22 %
3 - 4 servings each week	34 %
5 - 6 servings each week	27 %
7 or more servings each week	13 %
More than 2 servings each day	4 %

 

Studies have shown that parents are a strong influence on their children's drinking habits. Parents who do not allow their children to consume alcohol at home may reduce their use of alcohol during their early teenage years. Which of the following reflects your approach to the issue?

29-Jan-2008

I do not allow my child to drink alcohol at home.	54 %
I allow my child to occasionally have some alcohol	36 %
I allow my child to drink alcohol at parties	5 %
I have no idea if my child is drinking alcohol.	5 %

 

It is now known that obesity is linked to a number of conditions, including diabetes. Do you view your body size as an important health issue or lifestyle choice?

14-Jan-2008

Yes, I try to maintain a healthy body size	70 %
Yes, but I don't think about it very much	25 %
Not sure	2 %
No, you can't help what size you are	3 %

 

Do you ask your doctor for more information about the conditions that affect you?

28-Dec-2007

Yes	20 %
Yes, and I also look for information elsewhere	51 %
No, I'd rather just look elsewhere	20 %
No, my doctor already tells me what I need to know	9 %

 

Research tells us that taking time for family meals has many rewards, yet in this fast-paced world, it can be a challenge for families to find time to share a meal. How often does your family eat together?

18-Dec-2007

Less than once per week	12 %
Once or twice per week	8 %
Three to five meals per week	27 %
More than six meals per week	53 %

 

There are medications which can be taken daily to treat migraine prophylactically - i.e. to prevent ever experiencing migraines. Would you consider prophylactic treatment?

3-Dec-2007

Yes definitely	29 %
Possibly depending on side-effects	38 %
Possibly depending on cost	8 %
Unsure	10 %
No	15 %

 

According to new research at least 60 per cent of people who are approached because of an identified family risk for cancer decline offers for genetic counselling and surveillance through a familial cancer centre. Yet, around 5000 Australians are diagnosed each year with potentially fatal cancers that could be prevented or detected early through genetic testing or surveillance. Would you regularly screen for cancer if you have a known familial risk?

22-Nov-2007

Yes	78 %
Not sure	5 %
Not unless my doctor suggests it	8 %
No, I don't believe it's necessary	9 %

 

1 in 6 children, 1 in 7 adolescents and 1 in 9 adults in Australia have asthma. With such a high prevalence, do you know how to act in an emergency situation?

9-Nov-2007

Yes, I take regular first aid refresher courses	29 %
Yes, because I have asthma myself	20 %
No, but I should	40 %
No, it's unlikely I'll be the one who has to help	11 %

 

Do you go see your doctor if you experience heartburn or regurtitation more than twice a week?

22-Oct-2007

Yes I tell my GP anything out of the ordinary	9 %
Yes if I have a visit booked anyway	19 %
No it's a normal condition, I don't have time	66 %
No just use an over-the-counter medication myself	6 %

 

Do you discuss your mental well-being with your doctor?

10-Oct-2007

Yes always	38 %
Yes, if the doctor asks me directly about it	22 %
No I feel embarrassed	19 %
No I can deal with any issues on my own	21 %

 

It has been suggested that driving smoking rates down to one or two per cent is achievable within 10 years, if governments commit to a fully funded, comprehensive strategy. Do you think that the government should be doing more to reduce smoking rates in Australia?

25-Sep-2007

Strongly agree	61 %
Agree	14 %
Unsure	7 %
Disagree	7 %
Strongly disagree	11 %

 

A recent survey has found that a significant proportion of secondary school students are not meeting the current recommended national dietary and physical activity levels for teenagers. What do you think would have the greatest impact on reversing the current rising trend of child and adolescent overweight and obesity in Australia?

10-Sep-2007

Restrictions on junk food advertising	18 %
Removing junk food from all schools	22 %
Educating children on healthy eating	24 %
Educating parents on healthy eating	36 %

 

A recent study has suggested that postmenopausal oestrogen deficiency may trigger the development of high blood pressure and obesity, major risk factors for cardiovascular disease. What methods would you consider using to reduce your risk factors for disease post-menopause?

27-Aug-2007

Diet and Exercise	44 %
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)	6 %
Medications	4 %
Regular check-ups	10 %
All of the above	36 %

 

High triglyceride levels have been associated with the risk of cardiovascular disease. Which treatment would you use to manage high triglyceride levels?

14-Aug-2007

Diet and exercise	37 %
Medication	5 %
A combination of the above	58 %

 

There are common reasons for patients to avoid colon cancer screening. If you have been screened but avoided or dreaded it, what was your main concern?

31-Jul-2007

It's embarrassing	46 %
Lack of time	15 %
I was afraid it'll hurt	0 %
Too expensive	8 %
Other reasons	31 %

 

If you consider your current chronic pain relief drug treatment to be ineffective, would you..

17-Jul-2007

Return to your doctor to discuss other treatments	73 %
Talk to your pharmacist	9 %
Consider non-drug treatments	14 %
Not return to doctor/ Continue to live with pain	5 %
Other	-1 %

 

How would you rate your own knowledge about the various ways to manage menopause hormone change?

5-Jul-2007

Poor	24 %
Fair	29 %
Good	24 %
Very Good	24 %
Excellent	-1 %

 

In Australia, men are twice more likely to die from cancer in comparison to women. What step/s would you recommend to a male partner, friend or family member to decrease their chances of developing cancer?

22-Jun-2007

Regular visits to GP	8 %
Participating in screening programs	8 %
Avoid smoking or alcohol	15 %
None of the above	4 %
All of the above	65 %

 

Every day 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men over the age of 60 years will suffer from a fracture due to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis arises when bones weaken and become less dense due to the inadequate replacement of bone minerals (e.g. calcium). What actions would you or are you considering taking to lessen your chances of developing Osteoporosis?

7-Jun-2007

eating calcium rich products like cheese/yoghurt	6 %
exercising	16 %
drinking calcium rich products such as milk	10 %
none of the above	6 %
all of the above	62 %

 

Leukaemia survival rates have increased as much as 40% in Australian adults. Research is a major contributor to this increasing survival rate. Clinical trials enable researchers and doctors to establish more effective treatments or test existing treatments for conditions such as cancer. Would you ever considered taking part in a clinical trial?

25-May-2007

Yes	57 %
No	36 %
Unsure	7 %

 

In Australia, food manufactures must list the ingredients of potential allergic ingredients such as milk, eggs or peanuts on product labels. Do you believe that restaurants and fast food outlets should also be required to list potential allergic ingredients on menus or food packaging?

8-May-2007

Yes	86 %
No	8 %
Unsure	6 %

 

In 2000 approximately 14% of Australian youths were diagnosed with a mental health problem. Mental health problems can include depression, autism and anxiety. Do you believe there is adequate support for individuals with mental health problems in Australia?

24-Apr-2007

Yes	0 %
Maybe	10 %
No	90 %

 

The term persistent pain can be used to describe chronic or long lasting pain. If you have experienced or are currently experiencing persistent pain what types of treatments did you find the most helpful?

11-Apr-2007

Drug Treatment	43 %
Therapeutic education	43 %
Referral to a specialist or pain relief centre	7 %
No treatment	7 %

 

Research presented at the TSANZ conference suggests that asthma is one of the most mis-diagnosed respiratory conditions. Do you research medications, tests and treatments your doctor mentioned in the consult before using them?

26-Mar-2007

Yes, I research them on Virtual Medical Centre	6 %
Yes, I research them on the internet	50 %
Yes, I research them in other ways	0 %
Sometimes, I research them	28 %
No, I follow the doctor's advice	16 %

 

Were you previously aware that dairy could not be replaced with vitamin supplements?

15-Mar-2007

Yes, I was	36 %
Unsure	7 %
No, I wasn’t	57 %
No and I believe dairy can be substituted	0 %

 

Do you believe pelvic exams should be carried out routinely in the over 55’s to help detect ovarian cancer before it becomes advanced?

1-Mar-2007

Yes	91 %
No	0 %
Maybe	9 %

 

Are you overweight, obese or just right? Calculate your body mass index by deviding your weight (eg.60kg) by twice your hight in meters (eg.2 x 1.74m). Formula= (2 x 1.74) / 60

15-Feb-2007

I'm Underweight = <18.5	0 %
I'm Normal weight = 18.5 - 24.9	63 %
I'm Overweight = 25-29.9	23 %
I'm Obese = BMI of 30 or greater	10 %
I still don't know	4 %

 

Do you suffer from Arthritis?

1-Feb-2007

Yes	75 %
Unsure	11 %
No	14 %

 

On average, how often do you consume milk or other dairy products?

18-Jan-2007

Multiple times a day	51 %
Once a day	32 %
A few times per week	11 %
Hardly ever	6 %
Never	0 %

 

If you suffered from chronic pain, would you consider undergoing surgery to receive a pain reducing device like Eon?

4-Jan-2007

Yes	71 %
Maybe	16 %
Unsure	11 %
No	2 %

 

Do you know someone who is feeling depressed particularly around the Christmas time?

21-Dec-2006

Yes, I am	34 %
Yes, I know someone	41 %
Unsure	14 %
No	11 %

 

Are you skeptical about the new vaccine for cervical cancer?

7-Dec-2006

Yes	19 %
No	68 %
Unsure	13 %

 

Have you or anyone in your family ever suffered a severe allergic attack or anaphylaxis? If yes, do you or does this person have an EpiPen (adrenaline autoinjector)

22-Nov-2006

Yes, I know someone & this person has an EpiPen	44 %
Yes, I know someone but they don't have an EpiPen	12 %
Unsure	4 %
No, I don't know anyone that suffers	40 %

 

Would you consider using Marijuana to minimize the development of Alzheimer?

9-Nov-2006

Yes	40 %
Maybe	28 %
No	32 %

 

Do you suffer from a food allergy or know someone who does?

8-Nov-2006

Yes, I suffer	0 %
Yes, Friend suffers	0 %
I am unsure	0 %
No	0 %

 

Do you suffer from heartburn?

25-Oct-2006

Yes, often	28 %
Yes, occasionally	26 %
Hardly ever	21 %
No	25 %

 

Do you think that fast food chains are to blame for the increasing obesity rates?

12-Oct-2006

No	13 %
Partially	55 %
Maybe	3 %
Yes	29 %

 

If you are an older person, do you always report your physical pain symptoms to your doctor?

28-Sep-2006

Yes always	19 %
Occasionally	69 %
Never	12 %

 

As a medical practitioner, how many medically related conferences do you attend, on average, each year?

15-Sep-2006

None	0 %
One	25 %
Between two and three	25 %
Four or more	50 %

 

If you have asthma, do your asthma symptoms affect your day time activities more frequently during the spring months?

13-Sep-2006

Yes	29 %
No	29 %
Sometimes	42 %

 

How much do you know about Parkinson's Disease?

29-Aug-2006

Knowledgeable (Experienced with condition)	8 %
A fair amount	15 %
A little	46 %
Not much	31 %

 

Gum disease can increase heart risks. How good is your oral hygiene?

16-Aug-2006

Excellent	19 %
Good	33 %
Average	40 %
Bad	5 %
Terrible	3 %

 

Is your blood pressure:

1-Aug-2006

High	18 %
Normal	66 %
Low	14 %
Unsure	2 %

 

Would you undergo a vaccine for prevention against cervical cancer if it cost more than $300?

4-Jul-2006

Yes	55 %
No	45 %

 

How often do you eat take away food?

4-Jul-2006

0-2 times a week	91 %
3-5 times a week	9 %
6 or more times a week	0 %

 

Do you suffer back pain?

20-Jun-2006

Yes	53 %
No	7 %
Sometimes	40 %

 

Do you suffer from any allergies?

7-Jun-2006

Yes	65 %
No	31 %
Unsure	4 %

 

Do you smoke when you are near your children?

22-May-2006

Yes	0 %
No	100 %
Sometimes	0 %

 

Do you have good posture?

8-May-2006

Yes	23 %
No	31 %
Sometimes	46 %

 

How many glasses of water do you drink a day?

26-Apr-2006

0-2	23 %
3-4	29 %
4-6	34 %
6+	14 %

 

Should couples be made to attend counselling before marriage and/or during divorce to decrease divorce rates?

12-Apr-2006

Yes	76 %
No	24 %

 

How well do you protect your skin in summer when you are outside?

27-Mar-2006

I wear sunscreen and a hat everyday	25 %
I occasionally wear sunscreen and a hat	38 %
I protect my skin when I am out for long periods	31 %
I never protect my skin	6 %

 

Do you smoke?

14-Mar-2006

Yes	9 %
Occasionally	3 %
I used to	29 %
No, I have respiratory problems	0 %
No	59 %

 

What would you do to help someone close to you cope with depression?

28-Feb-2006

Try counsel them myself	29 %
Refer them to a GP	67 %
Ignore the problem	0 %
I do not know how to deal with it	4 %

 

If you were diagnosed with a condition such as Ulcerative Colitis would you?

13-Feb-2006

Search for information on the internet	28 %
Search through books for information	0 %
Rely on your doctor to keep you informed	0 %
Speak to family and friends	0 %
All of the above	72 %

 

Would you consult your GP if you noticed a change in your bowel habits?

2-Feb-2006

Yes	67 %
No	33 %

 

Do you believe the population is well informed about sun damage?

18-Jan-2006

Yes	50 %
No	50 %

 

Did you know that you need to apply approximately 6 teaspoons of sunscreen every time you put sunscreen on your whole body?

16-Jan-2006

Yes	25 %
No	75 %

 

Do you advocate the use of alternative therapies in the treatment of Cancer?

3-Jan-2006

Yes	71 %
No	29 %

 

Are you aware of the dangers associated with using alternative therapies in the treatment of Cancer?

3-Jan-2006

Yes	68 %
No	32 %

 

Should a woman over 40 years of age be allowed IVF if there is a high chance of complications?

20-Dec-2005

Yes	26 %
No	74 %

 

Will you be watching your weight more carefully this holiday season?

20-Dec-2005

Yes	80 %
No	20 %

 

Should marketing standards be enforced to support children's healthy diets?

7-Dec-2005

Yes	91 %
No	9 %

 

Are you concerned about food labels and packaging not indicating their correct ingredients?

7-Dec-2005

Yes	97 %
No	3 %

 

Over the last 12 months have you received any CME points for your learning?

23-Nov-2005

Yes	67 %
No	33 %

 

Do current skin cancer prevention campaigns affect the amount of time you spend in the sun?

23-Nov-2005

Yes	68 %
No	32 %

 

Should more stringent rules be put into place before one can use a solarium?

11-Nov-2005

Yes	57 %
No	43 %

 

Did you know that exercise helps to prevent falls and fractures and speed rehabilitation?

10-Nov-2005

Yes	83 %
No	17 %

 

Are you concerned about Bird Flu?

21-Oct-2005

Yes	69 %
No	31 %

 

Do you believe Australia could cope with a bird flu outbreak?

21-Oct-2005

Yes	21 %
No	79 %

 

Do you know how to help yourself or loved ones overcome depression?

5-Oct-2005

Yes	58 %
No	42 %

 

Do you think depression is over diagnosed?

5-Oct-2005

Yes	35 %
No	65 %

 

Do you know what the signs and prevention measures of stroke are?

22-Sep-2005

Yes	54 %
No	46 %

 

Do you think more information needs to be available to the public to prevent stroke occuring?

22-Sep-2005

Yes	75 %
No	25 %

 

Do you think enough information is available on how to manage asthma and allergies effectively?

5-Sep-2005

Yes	53 %
No	47 %

 

Do you know what the symptoms of Diabetes are and when to get it checked?

31-Aug-2005

Yes	57 %
No	43 %

 

Do you think pre-diabetes is a marker of increased risk of future cardiovascular events and diabetes?

29-Aug-2005

Yes	100 %
No	0 %

 

Do you believe intensive changes in diet and lifestyle may stop or perhaps even reverse the progression of early stage prostate cancer?

17-Aug-2005

Yes	64 %
No	36 %

 

Do you believe that aggressive HIV prevention campaigns would persuade authorities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia to help curb their HIV/AIDS epidemic?

5-Aug-2005

Yes	36 %
No	64 %

 

Do you think Bioterrorism is a concern for Australians?

12-Jul-2005

Yes	86 %
No	14 %

 

Do you regularly get a prostate check?

30-Jun-2005

Yes	25 %
No	75 %

 

Is legislation or education the answer to help protect the rights of people with mental disorders?

23-Jun-2005

Legislation	46 %
Education	54 %

 

Is there sufficient information available regarding male breast cancer?

8-Jun-2005

Yes	36 %
No	64 %

 

Do you know how to perform a self breast check?

25-May-2005

Yes	72 %
No	28 %

 

Is there cause for concern of an obesity epidemic occurring in Australia?

11-May-2005

Yes	88 %
No	12 %

 

Will curing the sick cause the world to eventually become overpopulated as natural selection (survival of the fittest) does not take its course?

28-Apr-2005

Yes	67 %
No	33 %
Unsure	0 %

 

Will curing the sick cause the world to eventually become overpopulated as natural selection (survival of the fittest) does not take its course?

28-Apr-2005

Yes	19 %
No	62 %
Unsure	19 %

 

Will curing the sick cause the world to eventually become overpopulated as natural selection (survival of the fittest) does not take its course?

13-Apr-2005

Yes	33 %
No	44 %
Unsure	23 %

 

Could the future prevention of cancer be as easy as consuming the foods and drinks that contain anti-cancer compounds?

30-Mar-2005

Yes	100 %
No	0 %
Unsure	0 %

 

Will informing teenagers of the link between cannabis and mental health risks prevent them from using the drug?

30-Mar-2005

Yes	29 %
No	68 %
Unsure	3 %

 

In light of the finding that baking soda helps kids during severe asthma attacks, do you think that there is too much funding for complex research into finding new drugs and not enough interest in seeking simple medical solutions.

18-Mar-2005

Yes	55 %
No	45 %
Unsure	0 %

 

In light of the finding that baking soda helps kids during severe asthma attacks, do you think that there is too much funding for complex research into finding new drugs and not enough interest in seeking simple medical solutions.

18-Mar-2005

Yes	0 %
No	0 %
Unsure	0 %

 

Would you be interested in reading the top 5 articles from other centres?

4-Mar-2005

Yes	50 %
No	50 %

 

Given the benefits associated with it, should exercise and/or meditation programs be introduced into workplaces to increase employee's efficiency?

4-Mar-2005

Yes	63 %
No	26 %
Unsure	11 %

 

In light of recent findings regarding the harmful effects of statin drug, would you consider turning away from traditional medicines?

17-Feb-2005

Yes	35 %
No	47 %
Unsure	18 %

 

With the drug industry agreeing to disclose trial data will you feel more reassured about the drugs you may be taking?

31-Jan-2005

Yes	78 %
No	11 %
Unsure	11 %

 

With all the information available about cancer how can people still be unaware of the disease and how to reduce the risks associated with it? Is it because people are:

31-Jan-2005

Scared to be informed incase they have symptoms	33 %
Overwhelmed by the amount of information	33 %
Complacent and believe it will never happen to the	34 %

 

Do you believe that Australia would have the infrastructure to deal with a tsunami, should we be affected by one?

13-Jan-2005

Yes	42 %
No	44 %
Unsure	14 %

 

Is too much aid going toward the tsunami disaster?

6-Jan-2005

Yes	29 %
No	57 %
Unsure	14 %

 

Do you believe that increasing the tax on cigarettes would significantly reduce the number of smokers?

22-Dec-2004

Yes	67 %
No	33 %
Unsure	0 %

 

How would you like to contributed to the new e-newsletter in 2005?

22-Dec-2004

Testimonials	44 %
Personal Stories	33 %
Add coments to a topical discussion	23 %

 

Do you believe the reports regarding amnesia with statins are...?

6-Dec-2004

True	21 %
Socially irresponsible	43 %
Genuinely informative	36 %

 

Can weight loss drugs replace a good workout and healthy eating?

24-Nov-2004

Yes	9 %
There can be a balance	19 %
In some circumstances	16 %
No	56 %

 

Do you believe that what you eat can increase or decrease the risk of cancer?

24-Nov-2004

Yes	62 %
No	25 %
Unsure	13 %

 

Do strategies need to be implemented in the workplace for doctors and managers who make mistakes due to lack of sleep?

10-Nov-2004

Yes	0 %
No	0 %
Maybe	0 %

 

Do strategies need to be implemented in the workplace for doctors and managers who make mistakes due to lack of sleep?

10-Nov-2004

Yes	86 %
No	5 %
Maybe	9 %

 

Do you believe that mobile phones are a contributing factor to cancer?

25-Oct-2004

Yes	33 %
No	17 %
Unsure	50 %

 

Do you believe that creating designer babies is morally acceptable?

25-Oct-2004

Yes	27 %
No	64 %
Unsure	9 %

 

Do you believe that obesity in children is now an epidemic?

13-Oct-2004

Yes	85 %
No	5 %
Maybe	10 %

 

Do you read the articles with technical terminology?

29-Sep-2004

Yes I enjoy them	40 %
No	20 %
No I am intimidated by them	20 %
No I don't understand the language	20 %

 

If you knew that heart disease and stroke causes a third of deaths worldwide, would you be healthier and exercise more?

29-Sep-2004

Yes	59 %
No	10 %
Maybe	31 %

 

Do you believe that doctors, through mistake or deliberate, prescribe incorrect dosages of medication?

13-Sep-2004

Always	38 %
Sometimes	36 %
Rarely	19 %
Never	7 %

 

Do you believe that there is a stigma attached to lung cancer?

1-Sep-2004

Yes	50 %
No	20 %
Maybe	30 %

 

Are you interested in reading the profiles of VMC's medical director's as the main article for the e-newsletters?

1-Sep-2004

Yes	42 %
No	57 %
Maybe	1 %

 

Would you feel more comfortable going under the knife of a surgeon, assisted by the precision of a robot?

18-Aug-2004

Yes	27 %
No	50 %
Maybe	23 %

 

Would you take a pill which contains a red wine compound if it meant you could live a longer and healthier life?

3-Aug-2004

Yes	55 %
No	21 %
Maybe	24 %

 

Do you believe that teenagers are receiving enough education on the seriousness of eating disorders?

8-Jul-2004

Yes	9 %
No	82 %
Maybe	9 %

 

Do you know about MyQuest.com.au, our online patient information cancer trials?

22-Jun-2004

Yes	20 %
No	69 %
Maybe	11 %

 

Would you be more interested in the newsletter if there were more Australian related articles?

2-Jun-2004

Yes	50 %
No	10 %
Maybe	40 %

 

Will you be participating in Australia's Biggest Morning Tea on 27th May 2004

24-May-2004

Yes	38 %
No	44 %
Maybe	18 %

 

On the Gastrointestinal site would you like to continue seeing articles about obesity?

24-May-2004

Yes	60 %
No	20 %
Maybe	20 %

 

Have you looked at any of the new centres yet? (Cardiac and Gastro)

3-May-2004

Yes	44 %
No	11 %
Still planning to	28 %
They don’t apply to me	17 %

 

Which centre most interests you?

21-Apr-2004

virtualcardiaccentre.com	36 %
virtualcancercentre.com	48 %
virtualgastrocentre.com virtualgastrocentre.com	9 %
virtualpsychcentre.com	3 %
virtualrespiratorycentre.com	4 %

 

Do you believe that it is possible to manage pain in the treatment of a terminal cancer patient?

21-Apr-2004

Yes	33 %
No	17 %
Sometimes	33 %
Unsure	17 %

 

Did you know that new research has found that people who had occasional sun exposure, had significantly lower risks of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma?

7-Apr-2004

Yes	35 %
No	65 %

 

Would you like to see an educational column (including updates on health education) added in this eNewsletter?

22-Mar-2004

Yes	70 %
No	15 %
Maybe	15 %

 

Sentinel Node Biopsy should be mandatory in assessment of malignant melanoma?

10-Mar-2004

Yes	91 %
No	9 %

 

In your own medical experience, do you believe the statement "Recovery is much quicker in patients with a positive mindset towards their treatment" to be true?

27-Feb-2004

Yes	65 %
No	12 %
Sometimes	23 %

 

Do you believe that mixing doxorubicin with tamoxifen (novaldex) in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer produces a better result?

27-Feb-2004

Yes	30 %
No	40 %
Sometimes	30 %

 

How did you first find out about VMC?

10-Feb-2004

Search Engine	18 %
Colleague/Friend	35 %
Print Material	29 %
Conference	12 %
Another Website	6 %

 

What is your preferred method of receiving information from Virtual Medical Centre (VMC)?

28-Jan-2004

Email	67 %
Post	22 %
On the VMC website	11 %
Telephone Call	0 %
SMS	0 %

 

Do you believe the internet allows you to access detailed medical information fast and easily?

28-Jan-2004

Yes	44 %
No	22 %
Maybe	34 %

 

What would you like to see more of on Virtual Medical Centre and Virtual Cancer Centre?

7-Jan-2004

Press Desk Articles	56 %
New Trials	13 %
Drug Information	6 %
Disease Information	19 %
Conferences & Events	6 %

 

How often do you visit Virtual Medical Centre and/or Virtual Cancer Centre?

22-Dec-2003

Everyday	28 %
More than twice a week	39 %
Once or twice a week	17 %
Once or twice a month	15 %
Other	1 %

 

What is your oncology medical specialty?

22-Dec-2003

Radiation Oncology	29 %
Surgery	6 %
Palliative Care	21 %
Haematology	12 %
Other	32 %

 

How do you keep yourself educated and informed about changes in drugs?

4-Dec-2003

Discussion with colleagues	0 %
Attending conferences	29 %
Through Medical Associations	14 %
Drug company reps	29 %
Other	28 %

 

How many medical related conferences do you attend each year?

24-Nov-2003

none	0 %
1	25 %
2	50 %
3	12 %
4 or more	13 %

 

What is your medical specialty?

24-Nov-2003

Cardiology	8 %
Gastroenterology	8 %
Oncology	58 %
Infection	0 %
Other	26 %

 

If you are a doctor, out of all the patients you diagnose with Skin Cancer, what percentage would you diagnose with Malignant Melanoma of the Skin?

30-Oct-2003

0-25%	60 %
26-50%	20 %
51-75%	20 %
76-100%	0 %

 

If you work in the pharmaceutical industry, are you a

27-Oct-2003

Pharmacist	62 %
Marketing Manager	25 %
Product Manager	12 %
Product Representative	0 %
Other	1 %

 

If you work in the medical profession, are you a:

30-Sep-2003

GP	3 %
Specialist	34 %
Nurse	62 %
Practice Manager	0 %
Other	1 %

 

Have you, or someone you know, been diagnosed with breast cancer in the last 12 months?

22-Sep-2003

Yes, I was	14 %
Yes, someone in my family was	19 %
Yes, someone I know who is not family was	42 %
No, I don’t know anyone who was	25 %

 

Have you found it necessary to use medication to ease your symptoms of the flu over the past 6 weeks?

4-Sep-2003

I have not had the flu in the last 6 weeks	44 %
Yes, I used doctor prescribed medication	7 %
Yes, I used over the counter medication	48 %
No, I took nothing	0 %
I used natural remedies	1 %

 

Were you personally affected by the MS Blast Worm (Internet Virus) that stuck last week?

18-Aug-2003

Yes	12 %
No	76 %
Maybe / Unsure	12 %

 

Do you believe these new cancer guidelines will be of benefit to Australian cancer patients?

18-Aug-2003

Yes	75 %
No	17 %
Not Sure	8 %

 

How do you rate your computer literacy skills?

30-Jul-2003

Advanced	38 %
Average	59 %
Poor	3 %

 

Which is the most valuable type of information to you?

21-Jul-2003

Events	39 %
Conferences	11 %
Breaking News	28 %
Research Articles	22 %

 

How many times a week do you use a VMC resource?

21-Jul-2003

Daily	47 %
Twice a week	20 %
Three times a week	13 %
Less than once a week	20 %

 

During the SARS epidemic, how often did you access the internet for news updates?

8-Jul-2003

Daily	31 %
Weekly	19 %
Fortnightly	38 %
Monthly	12 %

 

How do you rate the quality of information provided on the VMC group of sites?

12-Jun-2003

Outstanding	27 %
Very Good	36 %
Satisfactory	9 %
Poor	28 %

 

Do you think the certification and/or accreditation of medical web sites may reduce the issues facing the Internet?

14-May-2003

Yes	71 %
No	10 %
Maybe / not sure	19 %

 

Would you recommend online medical information to your GP or associates?

13-May-2003

Yes	92 %
No	0 %
Not Sure	8 %

 

Do you discuss online medical information with your GP or associates?

13-May-2003

Yes	70 %
No	30 %
Not Sure	0 %

 

Do you search online for drug/product information?

13-May-2003

Yes	60 %
No	33 %
Not Sure	7 %

 

Do you find practice managers conversant with the internet?

13-May-2003

Yes	41 %
No	24 %
Not Sure	35 %

 

I would like to see more information on:

16-Apr-2003

Different diseases	20 %
Cancer drugs	23 %
Breaking news	24 %
Clinical trials	23 %
National events	10 %

 

Do you believe the internet allows you to access detailed medical information fast and easily?

6-Mar-2003

Yes	73 %
No	14 %
Not Sure	13 %