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  • Patient information resources in Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian and Urdu

    Patient information resources in Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian and Urdu

    With funding from GSK and Novartis, we’ve translated two of our factsheets: Knowing your rights and accessing support as a patient and Getting the most out of your appointments into Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Romanian and Urdu. Read more

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    Become a member of the Patients Association

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  • Supporting patient engagement and revitalising Patient Participation Groups

    Supporting patient engagement and revitalising Patient Participation Groups

    We have completed an exciting initiative in partnership with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) to support patient engagement and revitalise patient participation groups post pandemic. Read more

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Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care

Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care

This webinar explored how organisations can partner with patients in the use of health data, placing trust and transparency at the heart of decision-making. Read more

Published: 4th July, 2026

Updated: 13th July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Patient information resources in Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian and Urdu

Patient information resources in Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian and Urdu

With funding from GSK and Novartis, we’ve translated two of our factsheets: Knowing your rights and accessing support as a patient and Getting the most out of your appointments into Arabic, Bengali, Portuguese, Romanian and Urdu. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2026

Updated: 13th July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Patient Partnership Week 2026

Patient Partnership Week 2026

Catch up with all the webinars from Patient Partnership Week 2026! Read more

Published: 4th July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Getting through: fixing how NHS communicates with patients

Getting through: fixing how NHS communicates with patients

This webinar explored why many patients still feel unheard, confused, or excluded when communicating with the NHS. Read more

Published: 3rd July, 2026

Updated: 4th July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care

Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care

This webinar explored the inequities that shape patients’ access to treatment and care, and why many people still face barriers to receiving timely, effective support. Read more

Published: 3rd July, 2026

Updated: 4th July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Power to the people? The 10 Year Health Plan, one year on

Power to the people? The 10 Year Health Plan, one year on

This webinar assessed progress to date on the 10 Year Plan’s commitment to give “power to the people” by amplifying patient voice, expanding patient choice and reprioritising people’s experiences of care. Read more

Published: 2nd July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Do patients’ goals, values, and preferences really shape their care?

Do patients’ goals, values, and preferences really shape their care?

Our panel explored whether patients’ goals, values, and preferences genuinely shape the care they receive. Read more

Published: 2nd July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Unlocking patient engagement with the People and Communities guidelines

Unlocking patient engagement with the People and Communities guidelines

This webinar gave an overview of what patients can expect from NHS England’s updated guidelines on working with people and communities. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Understanding the causes of health inequalities and the role of trust in improving outcomes

Understanding the causes of health inequalities and the role of trust in improving outcomes

Habib and Rachel explored the root causes of health inequalities and why building trust with communities is essential to improving outcomes. Read more

Published: 30th June, 2026

Updated: 1st July, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Our purpose

Our purpose

We believe that everyone should have access to the best healthcare when they need it most. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2017

Updated: 22nd June, 2026

Author:

What does it really mean to wrap services around patients?

What does it really mean to wrap services around patients?

In this session we explored what genuine person-centred care looks and feels like - and what needs to change to make it the norm, rather than the exception. Read more

Published: 15th June, 2026

Updated: 17th June, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

The Patients Association Annual General Meeting 2026

The Patients Association Annual General Meeting 2026

Our Annual General Meeting (2025) was held on 9th June 2026. Read more

Published: 16th June, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

Share your experiences of social prescribing

Share your experiences of social prescribing

We are surveying anyone who has ever had support from a Social Prescribing Link Worker, so we can learn about your experiences. Read more

Published: 9th June, 2026

Author: Emma Sheffield

The Six Principles of Patient Partnership

The Six Principles of Patient Partnership

Working with patients, national and local organisations, health and care thought leaders, we've identified the six key principles of patient partnership. Read more

Published: 12th September, 2023

Updated: 21st May, 2026

Author: Maya Anaokar

Become a member of the Patients Association

Become a member of the Patients Association

Join us today and play a vital role in ensuring everyone can access high quality health and social care services. We'll keep you informed on key issues in health and social care and offer you lots of opportunities to have your say. Read more

Published: 26th March, 2026

Updated: 21st May, 2026

Author: Anonymised User

Call our free helpline - 0800 345 7115

Call our free helpline - 0800 345 7115

Need information on health or social care? Call our free and confidential helpline on 0800 345 7115 (Mon-Fri 9.30am and 5pm). Read more

Published: 5th February, 2019

Updated: 5th May, 2026

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Legal advice

Legal advice

If the medical treatment you or a family member received caused either injury or harm, and was the result of negligence, you may wish to take legal action. Read more

Published: 24th February, 2020

Updated: 30th April, 2026

Author: Annabel Donaldson

Our supporters

Our supporters

We are grateful to all our supporters for helping us be there to listen to patients and speak up for change. Find out who supports our work. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2017

Updated: 21st April, 2026

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Job vacancies

Job vacancies

Discover what it's like working for the Patients Association and find out about current opportunities. Read more

Published: 8th October, 2018

Updated: 20th April, 2026

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Corporate and organisational partners

Corporate and organisational partners

Work with us to demonstrate your commitment to listening to the patient voice. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2017

Updated: 8th April, 2026

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How to have a good GP appointment

How to have a good GP appointment

This page is to help you make the most of your GP appointment. It includes tips on how to prepare, what to ask and how to remember the information given to you. Read more

Published: 21st May, 2020

Updated: 8th April, 2026

Author: Deleted User

Accessibility

Accessibility

Read our policy on accessibility for our site Read more

Published: 27th March, 2026

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Tips on making a complaint

Tips on making a complaint

Solicitor Chris James offers tips and hints on how to go about making a complaint about healthcare you've received. Chris is a solicitor with the law firm Bolt Burdon Kemp. BBK is one of the supporters of the Patients Association. Read more

Published: 18th May, 2023

Updated: 13th March, 2026

Author: Maya Anaokar

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  • Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care

    Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care

    This webinar explored how organisations can partner with patients in the use of health data, placing trust and transparency at the heart of decision-making.

  • Patient Partnership Week 2026

    Patient Partnership Week 2026

    Catch up with all the webinars from Patient Partnership Week 2026!

  • Getting through: fixing how NHS communicates with patients

    Getting through: fixing how NHS communicates with patients

    This webinar explored why many patients still feel unheard, confused, or excluded when communicating with the NHS.

  • Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care

    Equity in access: tackling barriers to treatment and care

    This webinar explored the inequities that shape patients’ access to treatment and care, and why many people still face barriers to receiving timely, effective support.

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  • How to see your medical records in England

    How to see your medical records in England

    This page explains how to get copies of your medical records in England.

  • You and your dentist

    You and your dentist

    This page is designed to give you more information about finding a dentist and using their services. It includes tips on how to prepare for an appointment, the charges you can expect and how to make a complaint.

  • Next of kin

    Next of kin

    Your medical next of kin is someone you nominate to receive information about your medical care.

  • Making a complaint about health and/or social care services

    Making a complaint about health and/or social care services

    Most people are happy with the health and social care they receive. But sometimes things go wrong. If that happens, you need to know how to complain. This guide sets out your rights and offers guidance on how to make a complaint.

  • Call our free helpline - 0800 345 7115

    Call our free helpline - 0800 345 7115

    Need information on health or social care? Call our free and confidential helpline on 0800 345 7115 (Mon-Fri 9.30am and 5pm).

  • Getting a second opinion

    Getting a second opinion

    As a patient you may wish to ask for a second opinion to confirm diagnoses, explore treatment options, or just for your peace of mind. Here’s how to get one and things to think about before you ask for a second opinion.

  • Long-term conditions

    Long-term conditions

    About 25 million people in England have a long-term condition. A long-term condition is an illness that cannot be cured. It can usually be controlled with medicines or other treatments.

  • Our purpose

    Our purpose

    We believe that everyone should have access to the best healthcare when they need it most.

  • How to have a good GP appointment

    How to have a good GP appointment

    This page is to help you make the most of your GP appointment. It includes tips on how to prepare, what to ask and how to remember the information given to you.

  • Job vacancies

    Job vacancies

    Discover what it's like working for the Patients Association and find out about current opportunities.

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Become a member of the Patients Association

Become a member of the Patients Association

Join us today and play a vital role in ensuring everyone can access high quality health and social care services. We'll keep you informed on key issues in health and social care and offer you lots of opportunities to have your say. Read more

Published: 26th March, 2026

Updated: 21st May, 2026

Author: Anonymised User

Accessibility

Accessibility

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Published: 27th March, 2026

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