Patients get right to see medical records online ┆Health News
Patients will be able to view their medical records online, under proposals backed by the Government.
As part of the plans, people would be able to download their medical history
as well as viewing details of prescriptions and appointments — all free of
charge.
The proposals would mean that patients could see the results of tests, and
discharge notes sent from hospital. In addition, it is suggested that
patients should be able to get repeat prescriptions – speeding up care and
helping the NHS avoid unnecessary appointments.
The plans have been put forward by the NHS Future Forum, a group of leading
doctors who are advising the Government on its health reforms.
They want the changes to be introduced in England within three years, The
Times reported. The forum has won the backing of the Government. Lord Howe,
a health minister, said: "We fully support NHS patients having online access
to their personal GP records.
"Our vision for a modern NHS is to give patients more information and control
over their health.
The Telegraph
Category: Public health
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