NHS App
The NHS app is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet.
There are many benefits to using the NHS app some of these are explained in this helpful video meet your NHS app
The video below shows how to get you started in registering on the NHS app
With full access to the NHS app you can:
- order repeat prescriptions and nominate a pharmacy where you would like to collect them
- book and manage appointments
- view your GP health record to see information, like your allergies and medicines (if your GP has given you access to your detailed medical record, you can also see information like test results)
- book and manage coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations
- get your NHS COVID Pass (there are also other ways to get your COVID Pass)
- register your organ donation decision
- choose how the NHS uses your data
- view your NHS number (find out what your NHS number is)
- use NHS 111 online to answer questions and get instant advice or medical help near you
If you do not provide ID for full access. You can use the NHS App to:
- search trusted NHS information and advice on hundreds of conditions and treatments
- find an NHS service near you
Depending on your GP surgery or hospital, you may be able to use the NHS App to:
- message your GP surgery or a health professional online
- contact your GP surgery using an online form and get a reply
- access health services on behalf of someone you care for
- view and manage your hospital and other healthcare appointments
- view useful links your doctor or health professional has shared with you
- view and manage care plans
Healthcare Information Kiosks
If you are unsure of the support available for you, please ask someone at your practice, they maybe able to help or even provide further information on a Kiosk easily accessible near you. These are free self-service information kiosks offering users easy access to online information and advice on many different areas of healthcare and wellbeing. Why not come in and try it out. Please find the Healthcare Information Kiosk locations here.
With the increase in the use of digital technology, training, support and information is available within your community. For further details please visit our Support with Digital and Technology page.