25/10/2023
Got the NHS app on your phone? From 1st November your GP health records will automatically be made available through the app. This could include, notes related to GP appointments, test results and letters from other NHS staff. Some GP surgeries have already begun this process so in some cases, medical records may already be accessible via the app.
For many this can make life more convenient however, these records being so easily accessible could have serious implications for survivors of domestic abuse.
If you’re worried someone could be accessing your phone or might force you to show them your records, please contact your GP surgery to request that these are NOT shared via the app. And if safe to do so, please consider deleting the app from your device for the time being.
For support contact our National Domestic Abuse helpline, call for free 24/7 on 0808 2000 247.
