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NHS data sharing scheme “on hold” as millions opt out

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The centralised database of medical records from 55 million people was first unveiled in May and due to come online on 1 July, but had its start date pushed back to 1 September after campaigners pushed back against the proposals. survey conducted in July.

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NHS patient data upload delayed by two months, says UK

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The centralised database of medical records from 55 million people was due to come online on 1 July, but the start date has now been pushed back to 1 September, according to Minister for Public Health, Primary Care & Prevention Jo Churchill.

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Taking stock of NHS medicines optimisation

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Since their inception in 2013, Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) have led medicines optimisation efforts at local level. The Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust has used electronic medical records to document and share medicines decisions with GP practices and community pharmacies. A changing healthcare landscape.

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FOSTAIR inhaler – TOP questions & ANSWERS

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In this study treatment with Fostair (reliever & maintenance) was compared to treatment with Fostair (maintenance) and salbutamol inhaler as a reliever (NICE, 2013. You may need to consent to allow access to your Summary Care Records (SCR). References: NICE (2013). How to use Fostair inhaler? NICE (2015).