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NHS app

Download the free NHS app from your mobile device's app store then follow the step-by-step registration instructions on the app.

Before you start you'll need to have one form of identification with you such as your passport or driving licence. It will also help if you know your NHS number, but it isn't essential.

What you can use the NHS app for

You can use the NHS app to:

  • Book and cancel appointments at your GP surgery
  • Order repeat prescriptions
  • View some of your GP medical records
  • Register for organ donation and change your donation preferences
  • Use the symptoms checker, including an A–Z of conditions and treatment advice from the NHS website
  • Access 111 Online, for advice on self-care and whether urgent help is needed

More about the NHS app – includes how to get help with the app, how the NHS keep your data secure and more.