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  • Improving your nutritional health

    Improving your nutritional health

    Having a a medical condition or illness can put some people at risk of disease-related malnutrition. Symptoms include losing weight without trying, feeling weak or lacking in energy. We've developed resources that explain more about this health problem and what you can do to better manage your nutritional health. Read more

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Advice and information leaflets

We have a range of information booklets which contain useful information and pointers if you have a quick question about your health and social care.

Shared decision making

Shared decision making

You have the right to be involved in making choices about your medical treatment, the medicines you take and any operations you have. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Making a complaint

Making a complaint

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 advice on how to make a complaint. Read more

Published: 26th May, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

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. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Next of kin

Next of kin

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

Published: 2nd June, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Seeing your medical records

Seeing your medical records

This page explains how to get copies of your medical records in England and Wales. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Deleted User

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 leagal action. Read more

Published: 24th February, 2020

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Annabel Donaldson

Switching to Biosimilars

Switching to Biosimilars

If you have you been asked to switch to a new biosimilar medicine, we have worked with patients, clinicians and pharmacists to create resources to help you decide what’s best for you. There are also resources for healthcare professionals to better engage patients in making decisions about whether to swtich. These resources are about ensuring patients have the information they need to make the best and most informed decision, and aiding professionals to support decisions. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2019

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Annabel Donaldson

Patients Association Nutrition Checklist

Patients Association Nutrition Checklist

The Patients Association Nutrition Checklist is a simple tool to help raise awareness and identify the potential risk of undernutrition by encouraging conversations with those who make be at risk. It also offers guidance on next steps, if someone is at risk. There are versions for patients and professionals. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Mehdi Juma

Information for patients thinking about using private healthcare

Information for patients thinking about using private healthcare

If you are considering private care, maybe for the first time, we have worked with the Independent Healthcare Providers Network to create information to help you understand how to access and pay for private healthcare. Read more

Published: 11th March, 2022

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Maya Anaokar

Adult social care

Adult social care

Social care is usually provided by your local council. This guide helps you to navigate this system. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Private healthcare - an overview

Private healthcare - an overview

Private healthcare is run separately to the NHS. It is provided by the independent sector and private patient units within NHS premises. This guide is designed to provide you with information about what to consider and what to do if things go wrong. Read more

Published: 26th May, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Finding trustworthy information online

Finding trustworthy information online

The internet can be a great place to find out more about your health condition and get support. However, it is crucial to make sure you are looking at information you can trust. This advice will help you to make sure you're accessing accurate and reliable information. Read more

Published: 19th March, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Make the most of your GP appointment

Make the most of your 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: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Long term conditions

Long term conditions

About 15 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. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Self-management

Self-management

Self-management aims to empower people with long-term conditions to take control of their treatment.  It is a set of approaches which help you manage your own health. Find out more in our simple guide to self-management. Read more

Published: 19th March, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Sepsis fact sheet

Sepsis fact sheet

These are the common symptoms to look out for if you think you might have sepsis. Read more

Published: 23rd January, 2018

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Rachel Power

Improving your nutritional health

Improving your nutritional health

Having a a medical condition or illness can put some people at risk of disease-related malnutrition. Symptoms include losing weight without trying, feeling weak or lacking in energy. We've developed resources that explain more about this health problem and what you can do to better manage your nutritional health. Read more

Published: 11th October, 2021

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Maya Anaokar

Understanding your medicines

Understanding your medicines

Most people will take medicines at some point in their lives. They can be used to stop you getting ill, control a condition or cure an illness. This leaflet is designed to help you understand your medicines and how to manage them. Read more

Published: 26th May, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Planning for your future care

Planning for your future care

This page focuses on advance decisions (previously living wills) which allow you to say which treatments you do and do not wish to receive. Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2020

Updated: 29th April, 2022

Author: Deleted User

Your human rights in health and social care

Your human rights in health and social care

Find out about your human rights, and how they apply in health and social care. Read more

Published: 14th December, 2020

Updated: 14th December, 2021

Author: John Kell

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  • The Patients Association annual general meeting 2022

    The Patients Association annual general meeting 2022

    Join us to hear about our work in 2021 and plans for the rest of this year, at this year's annual general meeting.

  • The patient voice: The secret weapon against superbugs

    The patient voice: The secret weapon against superbugs

    Last year, we held an advisory board with the pharmaceutical company Pfizer to discuss how patients could be more involved in the fight against superbugs. Highlights from the meeting are now available. They include suggestions on how important patient partnership is when treating patients with serious infections and the need to look at the threat of superbugs from the patient’s point of view.

  • PVM Blog: NHS must provide accessible information

    PVM Blog: NHS must provide accessible information

    Ray is a member of Patient Voices Matter, our lived experience group. He does not feel the NHS is good at listening to patients or providing accessible information.

  • PVM Blog: Cancer diagnosis led to patient advocacy

    PVM Blog: Cancer diagnosis led to patient advocacy

    Tara developed breast cancer when her children were very young. Her experiences led her to join service user groups, and from there she has spent decades advocating for other patients, including now with Patient Voices Matter

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  • Seeing your medical records

    Seeing your medical records

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

  • Next of kin

    Next of kin

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

  • Helpline - 0800 345 7115

    Helpline - 0800 345 7115

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

  • 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.

  • Making a complaint

    Making a complaint

    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 advice on how to make a complaint.

  • How we see the world

    How we see the world

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

  • Long term conditions

    Long term conditions

    About 15 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.

  • Meet the Board

    Meet the Board

    Meet our Chief Executive, President and Trustees.

  • Report your care

    Report your care

    Our 'Tell us about your care' partnership with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  • Make the most of your GP appointment

    Make the most of your 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.

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Accessibility

Accessibility

Read our policy on accessibility for our site Read more

Published: 30th June, 2014

Updated: 24th February, 2022

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Care Home Charter for Medicines

Care Home Charter for Medicines

Our Care Home Charter for Medicines is designed to improve the administration and use of medicines in care homes. Read more

Published: 23rd September, 2019

Updated: 13th May, 2022

Author: Mehdi Juma

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