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NHS App: Never Miss An Appointment Again!
2 Mar
Summary
- Enable NHS app push alerts to avoid missing appointments.
- One in four patients missed a health appointment in England.
- 16 million GP appointments were missed in 2025.
NHS bosses are encouraging the public to activate a specific feature on the NHS app to combat missed appointments. A recent survey indicated that approximately one in four patients in England have missed a health appointment, with 11% arriving late.
In 2025, a significant 16 million GP appointments went unattended in England, equating to roughly one missed appointment per practice each month. To address this, the NHS recommends enabling 'push alerts' via the NHS app. This feature sends reminders, allowing patients to cancel or reschedule if needed.
Dr. Amanda Doyle highlighted that while genuine reasons exist for missed appointments, informing the NHS is crucial for offering the slot to others. The app, boasting over 40 million users, also facilitates repeat prescription orders and access to health records.
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