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care.data is a new information system, which will make increased use of information from your medical records with the intention of improving health services.
This information along with your postcode and NHS number but not your name, will be sent to a secure system where it can be linked with other health information. This allows those planning NHS services or carrying out medical research to use information from different parts of the NHS in a way which does not identify you.
You have a choice. If you are happy for your information to be used in this way you do not have to do anything. If you have any concerns or wish to prevent this from happening, please speak to practice staff or ask at reception for a copy of the leaflet How Information About You Helps Us To Provide Better Care. This can be downloaded here .
For further information please go to www.england.nhs.uk/caredata
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The practice offers a free text messaging service that will make it easier for you, as a patient, and your GP Surgery to keep in touch. Users of this service will receive a text message reminder the day before your GP or nurse appointment and we may also text you about other health care matters, such as test results, reminding you to make an appointment, or periodically collecting important data to update your medical record.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT WE HAVE YOUR UP-TO-DATE MOBILE PHONE NUMBER.
We respect the fact that not everyone wishes to use this service. If you do not wish to receive text messages, please contact us.
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