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Patients Association response to the Darzi Review

Lord Darzi has today released his diagnosis of the NHS. We welcome Lord Darzi's stark NHS diagnosis, and call for urgent patient-centred reforms.
The role of data in joining services around patients

Concerns about privacy and safety of patient data were highlighted in the last of our Patient Partnership Week webinars for 2024, with Rebecca Llewellyn from NHS England and patients Sandra Rennie and Amin Islam.
Communication strategies for patients

Poor communication between the health system and patients is a big issue for many patients. Our panel discussed some of the problems and what the solutions could be.
Empowering patients as equal partners in care

Why aren't patients always treated as equals in their own care? We looked at the reasons why, in this webinar during Patient Partnership Week 2024.

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.
How to implement shared decision making

2024's Patient Partnership Week began with shared decision making. Watch this video for an excellent overview of how patients and professionals can make decisions together.
Active involvement in shared decision making

Shared decision making is an important way for patients and healthcare professionals to work in partnership. In this webinar, our Trustees Julie Thallon and Prof Alf Collins discuss how to make it happen.
Help with health costs

If you have a low income, you may be able to get help with NHS costs. This article signposts you to where you can get more information.
Patient information on elective surgical hubs

This short animation explains the potential benefits of having planned surgery at an elective surgical hub and guides you through the process.
Partnering with patients on outpatient strategy

We’ve been working with the Royal College of Physicians and NHS England on the development of a new outpatient strategy, ensuring patients contribute to the redesign and delivery. We involved people who regularly use outpatients to discuss what works well, what could be improved, and access.
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.
Breaking down barriers to shared decision making

If you missed our event, Breaking down barriers to shared decision making, you can watch a recording of the webinar online.
Removing barriers to shared decision making

A project in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire ICB between the Patients Association, the Patient Information Forum and My Life Choices to develop patient information that supports people with hip, knee, and joint pain to make treatment decisions.
Your equality and human rights in the health and social care sector

The Equality Advisory Support Service Helpline (EASS) supports individuals who have experienced discrimination or want to understand their human rights.

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