The Patients Association has launched two resources, an animation and a guide, which provide patients with the knowledge and tools they need so they are prepared to get the most out of their care. This includes:
- ensuring they are prepared;
- guidance on how they can prevent things going wrong;
- steps they can take at each stage of their journey through the healthcare system.
The advice covers before, during and after appointments, focusing on communication, sharing information, and accessibility.
Both the animation and the guide can be viewed and downloaded from the Patients Association website.
As part of this work, The Patients Association engaged with patients from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, conditions and levels of interactions with the health system, who helped design the guide and animation. These resources will be helpful to any patients who are currently experiencing difficulties in accessing the care they need.
This work was funded by a grant from GSK.