Table 4 Participant responses (n = 465) to where they obtained information to guide their health and business decisions (n,%) and perceived helpfulness (Median, IQR)
Reported use in past 7 days n (%) | Perceived helpfulness Median (IQR) | |
|---|---|---|
Department of Health (State/Territory) | 347 (75%) | 3 (3, 4) |
Australian Podiatry Association | 334 (72%) | 3 (3, 4) |
Department of Health (Federal) | 291 (63%) | 3 (3, 4) |
Friends/family (health professionals) | 292 (63%) | 3 (2, 4) |
Facebook (feed or group) | 273 (59%) | 3 (2, 4) |
Local health services (websites, newsletters) | 225 (48%) | 3 (2, 4) |
COVID-19 Government app | 214 (46%) | 3 (2, 4) |
Friends/family (non-health professionals) | 209 (45%) | 2 (1, 3) |
Regulatory bodies | 203 (44%) | 3 (2, 4) |
51 (11%) | 1 (1, 3) |