Perceptions of healthcare access among Lithuanians aged 65 and over during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

This study investigates the perceived accessibility of healthcare services among older adults in Lithuania during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study is significant as it sheds light on geographical, organizational, and financial healthcare access issues encountered by the older population.

Methods

Conducted in January 2024, the study involved an anonymous questionnaire survey of 1,503 Lithuanian residents aged 65 and older.

Results

The most frequently utilized healthcare services were consultations with a general practitioner (75.4%) 22.0% of respondents reported not receiving any healthcare services. 53.5% respondents were satisfied with travel time to specialists. Common challenges included difficulties in getting appointments with specialists (53.9%) and dentists

SUBMITTER: Kalibatas V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11913820 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature