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NHS Data Collection - Opting Out
Posted on June 3rd, 2021
You may have seen information posted in the news and on social media about your GP data being extracted for NHS Digital use. You do not need to submit a form to us to express your wishes regarding your data – simply click the link here and follow the instructions at the ‘Start Now’ point to record your preference. You will need your NHS number – you can find this by clicking this link
Please note however, there is a lot of misinformation on social media about what this data will include and how it will be used.
Here’s what you need to know:
- There is no 30 September deadline for opting out of sharing your data. You can opt out at any time.
- NHS Digital will never sell your data.
- There are strict rules about how NHS can use your data. It’s only shared securely and safely.
- Shared data helps the NHS. It has been used to find the first treatment for coronavirus and for vaccine research.
See also https://www.nhs.uk/your-nhs-data-matters/where-your-choice-does-not-apply/ for reasons why your data may be shared outside of this opt out process.
For more information visit https://digital.nhs.uk/services/national-data-opt-out/mythbusting-social-media-posts
General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
New regulations came into force on 25th May 2018 with regards to data protection. To comply with these regulations we have updated our Patient Privacy Notice and Under 16s Privacy Policy. Please click on the links below to view these documents:
Patient Privacy Notice
Under 16s Privacy Policy
My Care Record
My Care Record allows health and care professionals directly involved in your care access information about your health and treatment. Please click on the links below for further information and/or for an opt out form. Opt out forms should be returned to reception for processing.
My Care Record
MCR opt out form
If you wish to contact the surgery urgently
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ARE YOU A CARER? - See 'Carers Information' under 'Further Information'.
https://www.carersinherts.org.uk/