IN THE the past year, more Australians are prioritising their health and wellbeing, although more are unhappy with their quality of life, according to the Bupa Pulse Check report.
Conducted by Quantum Market Research, the results showed that two in five Aussies are struggling to manage their health and wellbeing.
Making healthy choices, the report found that 45% of respondents were cutting back on alcohol, 62% are taking vitamins or supplements and 49% have taken up at least one physical activity.
Australians also reported that they are now more likely to use an online exercise program than in previous years, with an increase to 13% of respondents from 11% in 2022.
One in three feel technology is negatively impacting their mental wellbeing, a sentiment held by over half of those aged 18-29.
The report also found that one in six rate their mental health as being poor and 53% have accessed at least one form of support in the past 12 months.
Meanwhile, 35% reported they believe their perceived quality of life has worsened due to the current housing and rental market, up from 31% last year.
"Given the current cost-of-living crisis, we need to help Aussies overcome financial barriers to exercise and to know there are alternatives," said Quantum Market Research Managing Director Richard Frost.
"You don't need the latest on-trend equipment or membership to stay fit - and that's why we've seen a big uptake in running, walking or cycling outdoors."
"Given all the wellness tools and services we have at our disposal, it's surprising that younger Aussies feel their generation is not as healthy as the one before it," added Frost. JHM
The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 20 Mar 24
To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 20 Mar 24
