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The Daily PollPoll: Have you avoided a GP visit in the past year due to the cost?
The state could extend free GP care to all in 2026 at a cost of between €381 million and €881 million.
WITH GP APPOINTMENTS costing anywhere up to €50 or €60 per visit, the expense can be a significant one.
The Sláintecare report in 2017 identified a need to move Ireland towards a universal healthcare system.
New research published today found that the State could extend free GP care to all in 2026 at a cost of between €381 million and €881 million, though some medical professionals say free GP visits would need to be accompanied by an expanded service to cope with potential increase in demand.
Today, we’re asking you: Have you avoided a GP visit in the past year due to the cost?
Poll Results:
Yes, more than once (3424)
No, the cost isn't an issue for me (2111)
No, the cost is a burden but I had to go (1462)
Yes, once (900)
I haven't needed to go to a GP (854)
I have a medical card (849)
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