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Your data matters – General practice data for planning and research

Your Data Matters to the NHS

Information about your health and care helps us to improve your individual care, speed up diagnosis, plan your local services and research new treatments.

In May 2018, the strict rules about how this data can and cannot be used was strengthened. The NHS and Washway Road Medical Centre is committed to keeping patient information safe and always being clear about how it is used.

You can choose whether you confidential patient information is used for research and planning.

To find out more visit: nhs.uk/your-nhs-data-matters site by clicking here.  Information leaflets are also available in practice titled Your Data Matters to the NHS

You can make your choice by clicking here or by calling 0300 303 5678

You can change your choice at any time.

The practice full privacy policy is available online and a copy is available in practice.

Date published: 5th July, 2021
Date last updated: 15th July, 2023