Nearly 40% of People Feel the Medical Staff Shortage Locally; Over Half Fear Increased Wait Times
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AI Summary (NQ-processed)
A survey conducted by NEXER Inc. and 'Oshigoto Lab' reveals that about 40% of respondents have experienced staff shortages or long waiting times at their local pharmacies and hospitals. Furthermore, if the shortage of medical professionals worsens, over half fear that 'waiting times will increase'.
AI Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Who conducted the survey on the shortage of medical personnel?
- A: It was conducted jointly by NEXER Co., Ltd. and the pharmacist job search site 'Job Lab'.
- Q: What percentage of people feel there is a shortage of staff or long wait times at nearby pharmacies or hospitals?
- A: 41.6% of survey respondents reported feeling this way.
- Q: What are the potential impacts of a growing shortage of medical personnel on daily life?
- A: The most common response was 'increased wait times' at 51.8%. The second most common was 'difficulty accessing healthcare in rural areas' at 37.0%.
- Q: Is the shortage of medical personnel a topic of discussion in daily life?
- A: 40.6% of people reported that they 'often' or 'sometimes' feel it is a topic of discussion in their daily lives.
- Q: What percentage of people feel more secure when the same medical staff consistently provide their care?
- A: 51.2% of respondents reported feeling more secure when the same pharmacist or medical staff consistently provide their care.