Patient access to records

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2020 vision

The latest “framework” for NHS IT has received a cautious welcome. Now analysts, trusts and suppliers want more detail; and
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Northern Ireland consults on IT strategy

Northern Ireland’s Health and Social Care Board has launched a consultation process for its eHealth and Care Strategy, with a
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Half of Scottish GPs offer online meds

Just over half of GP practices in Scotland let patients order repeat prescriptions online or by email, a report by
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3 per cent of patients have EPR access

Fewer than 3% of patients have access to their GP medical records online, according to figures from the Health and
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Records access may reduce GP pressures

Giving patients access to their GP records can reduce demand for traditional appointments and telephone calls to practices, a research
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Aus looks at opt-out for national EPR

Australia is to consider moving to an opt-out approach to for its Personally Controlled eHealth Record scheme, according to the
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MPs look abroad for records inspiration

Patients should be allowed to “own” and interact with their medical records if they are to be fully involved in
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