The NHS App enables people to:
- check their symptoms using the health A-Z on the NHS website
- find out what to do when they need help urgently using NHS 111 online
- register as an organ donor
- choose whether the NHS uses their data for research and planning
Patients can register and verify their identity so they can:
- book and manage appointments at their GP practice
- order their repeat prescriptions
- view their GP medical record securely
The NHS App is now available to the public on Google Play and Apple app stores.
Find out more about the future developments planned for the NHS App.
There is plenty of guidance available to practices which is suitable for both staff and patients which can be accessed via the NHS Digital website.