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Farmer Health & GP Access Questionnaire
1.
What type of farming do you do?
Arable
Livestock
Mixed
Dairy
Other
2.
What is your age group?
Under 30
30–49
50–64
65+
3.
What is the first half of your postcode?
4.
Are you currently registered with a GP?
Yes
No
5.
How easy is it for you to see your GP when needed?
Very easy
Easy
Difficult
Very difficult
6.
What makes it difficult to see your GP? Select all that apply.
Work hours / can’t leave farm
Appointment times don’t suit
Distance to surgery
Long waiting times
Prefer not to go
Other
7.
What would make it easier for you to access a GP or other medical professional? Select your top 3.
Early morning appointments
Evening/weekend appointments
Telephone consultations
Video consultations
On-site visits (farm visits)
Drop-in clinics at local events
Online messaging
Other
8.
In the last 12 months, have you delayed seeing a GP/ medical professional when you needed to?
Yes
No
9.
If you have delayed seeing a GP/ medical professional, why? Select all that apply.
Too busy
Didn’t think it was serious
Hard to get appointment
Other
10.
How comfortable do you feel discussing mental health with a GP?
Very comfortable
Somewhat
Not comfortable
11.
What would help you to feel more comfortable discussing mental health with a GP?
12.
Which health issues are most relevant to your work? Select all that apply.
Injuries / accidents
Back or joint pain
Stress / mental health
Fatigue / long hours
Chemical exposure (e.g. pesticides)
Respiratory issues
Other
13.
Are you aware of any farming support services (e.g. charities, helplines)?
Yes
No
If Yes, please specify
14.
Have you used the NHS App to manage your appointments/ prescriptions/ test results?
Yes, I have the NHS App and use it regularly
I have the NHS App but rarely use it
No, don't have the NHS App but would be interested in learning more
No, I don't have the NHS App and I'm not interested in it
15.
Would you like your GP Practice to understand farming life better?
Yes
No
16.
What ONE change would make the biggest difference to you?