Table 2 Utilization and Perceptions of Pre-Travel Health Consultations (N = 772)
Category | Variables | N | (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Previous Pre-Travel Health Consultation | Yes | 179 | (23.2%) |
No | 593 | (76.8%) | |
Frequency of Seeking Consultations | Every Trip | 37 | (4.8%) |
Occasionally/Rarely | 142 | (18.4%) | |
Never | 593 | (76.8%) | |
Factors Influencing Decision to Seek Pre-Travel Health Consultation | Recommendations From Healthcare Professionals | 297 | (38.5%) |
Awareness of Risks | 178 | (23.1%) | |
Previous Experiences | 144 | (18.7%) | |
Other/Not Specified | 153 | (19.8%) | |
Satisfaction with Consultation Information | Helpful | 107 | (59.8% of 179) |
Not Helpful | 72 | (40.2% of 179) |