NHS urges South Tyneside to 'tap the app' for important health messages
Around seven in 10 people have already downloaded it, but in some areas it’s only around four in 10.
People in South Tyneside are urged to download the free NHS App to make sure they don’t miss important messages about their care.
The NHS has launched “Tap the App” with a simple message: download the app, switch on notifications and check your messages when they arrive.
The NHS App gives people a quick and secure way to manage their healthcare from their smartphone or tablet. Messages sent through it can include appointment updates, test results or information about care.
People can use the app to order repeat prescriptions, view health records and test results, manage appointments and referrals, and receive messages from their GP practice, hospital and other NHS services. Some services depend on what is available locally.
Around seven in 10 people have already downloaded it, but in some areas it’s only around four in 10.
Dr Neil O’Brien, the region’s chief medical officer, said: “It takes seconds to check your notifications are on and it could mean you don't miss something important.”