Abstract
Background: COVID-19 has brought unprecedented demands to general practitioners (GPs) worldwide. We examined their knowledge, preparedness, and experiences managing COVID-19 in Australia. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey of GPs members of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) was conducted between June and September 2020. Results: Out of 244 survey responses, a majority of GPs (76.6%) indicated having good knowledge of COVID-19, relying mostly on state/territory department of health (84.4%) and the RACGP (76.2%) websites to source up-to-date information. Most felt prepared to manage patients with COVID-19 (75.7%), yet over half reported not receiving training in the use of PPE. The majority were concerned about contracting SARS-CoV-2, more stressed than usual, and have heavier workloads. Their greatest challenges included scarcity of PPE, personal distress, and information overload. Conclusion: Access to PPE, training, accurate information, and preparedness are fundamental for the successful role of general practices during outbreaks.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 166-172 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | Infection , Disease and Health |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Aug 2021 |
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Publisher Copyright:© 2021 Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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