The Patients Association - a timeline

Published 24th April 2023

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Patients Association statement on proposed changes to the NHS Constitution

The Government has announced a review of the NHS Constitution for England. We welcome the review and hope patient voices lead the review.
Other than experiences of waiting, we measure but we don’t act

Patients Association Trustee Alf Collins and Richard Sloggett, Freelance Health Consultant and Programme Director at Future Health Research, make a simple plea: that all aspects of patient experience – not just their experience of accessing services – is taken seriously.
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.
New project focuses on improving health equity

Bristol Myers Squibb awards the Patients Association grant to research how to improve access to healthcare for patients affected by health inequalities.

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Help us boost our membership

We turned 60 in 2023, and we want more people to know about us and the work we do. Help promote us using the posters and information on this page. Let's make sure everyone knows we're here to support patients.
A brief history of the Patients Association

Our last 60 years.
2023 saw 60 years on the frontline of patients’ rights

In this 60th anniversary and in this blog, we reflect on why we were formed and why we’re still needed to champion the rights of patients and patient partnership.
Help promote the Patients Association

Support our efforts to increase our membership by sharing information about us. Download, print and share our poster in our communities.

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Seeing your medical records

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

Your medical next of kin is someone you nominate to receive information about your medical care.
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 guidance on how to make a complaint.
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).
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.
How we see the world

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

Meet our Board of Trustees and Chief Executive.
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.

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