NHS App release notes

• We’ve corrected health information content to improve the grammar.
• We’ve improved content to explain why you may not be able to view appointment notes.
• We’ve improved content and formatting for some messages and dates.
• We've fixed several bugs.

• We’ve made appointment notes easier to find and read.
• We’ve made secondary care appointment error messages easier to understand.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• Some of the results in your test result history now show how much they increased or decreased since the previous test so you can quickly see changes.

• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• A link to a survey has been added to the prescription screens so it’s easier to give feedback.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• We’ve improved how we help you if there’s a problem in the App with your hospital referral.
• We've improved the way you switch back to your profile when managing health services for others.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• You can now book, cancel or change COVID-19 vaccination appointments.
• We’ve made it easier to find appointment notes and other updates.
• We've fixed several bugs.

• New users will receive an updated NHS App welcome message, introducing key features of the app.
• If you use a screen reader, hospital appointment details are now announced more clearly.

• There’s a new home screen which clearly displays the most-used areas of the app, including prescriptions, appointments and test results.
• The Account area has been expanded and renamed Profile. It now includes personal details, and it’s where you can manage health services for others.
• There are now 3 main areas - the home screen, Messages and Profile. You can move between them using the menu bar.
• The help icon on each screen has been changed to App help to make it easier to find.

• The back button on the app's organ donation screen has been fixed.
• You can give feedback on the test results you see, which will help us improve the app.

It's now easier to make your organ donation decision in the app, including clearer information to help you make your choices.

We've fixed several bugs.

• We’ve fixed a bug so it’s easier to book a GP surgery appointment.
• We’ve improved the styling and accessibility of the waiting lists page.

• You can now view individual documents from your GP health record.
• A bug stopping organ donation preferences being registered has been fixed.

• If you appointed someone to make your organ donation decision, it will now show clearly in the app.
• A problem that could happen if you followed a link from a text message to the app is now fixed.

• You can now see all repeat medicines, including those currently unavailable to order and give feedback on this service.
• You can access a health quiz from your homepage.
• We've fixed several bugs.

• It’s easier to check and change future GP surgery appointments for people you manage services for.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• A bug has been fixed so GP appointments can be added to your phone's calendar at the correct time and date.
• You can now give feedback about the NHS App from your homepage.

• It's easier to view and select medicines when you request a repeat prescription.
• If you use the JAWS screen reader, a problem with the messages link on the home screen has been fixed.

• You can now give feedback on the patient-initiated follow up service.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• You can now give feedback on how you use your test results
• The confirmation page when you request a repeat prescription has updated styling
• We've fixed several bugs

• We've made several bug fixes

• If you manage health services for others, test results can now be filtered by date of birth to make it easier for you to see all their results.
• Accessibility tools will more consistently read pages in the right order to make them easier for you to understand.

• You will now get more guidance when you cannot book a GP appointment.
• When you make your organ donation decision, there is clearer information about faith and beliefs.
• Some users will see a new start page we are trialling when you contact your GP surgery about a health problem.

• Pages where you make your organ donation decision have updated styling.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• You can now find your contact details under the personal details section of your account.
• You may get notifications from "Your GP surgery" instead of "NHS App".

• It’s easier to see how many future hospital appointments you have, and to scroll through them.
• Pages where you choose, check or change your chosen pharmacy have updated styling.
• We’ve fixed several bugs.

• Depending on your GP surgery, your test results page may have updated styling.

• The name of your GP surgery is now shown before you contact them in the app.
• Depending on your GP surgery, your test results page may have updated styling.

• We’ve made accessibility and bug fixes.

• We’ve made accessibility and bug fixes.

• It is easier to understand how to book an appointment at your GP surgery.
• It is easier to understand why some medicines may be missing from your request repeat prescriptions screen.

• You can now add a ‘flag’ to messages to make them easier to retrieve at speed.
• You can now find information about our ‘Think pharmacy first’ campaign on your homepage.
• We have updated the styling of multiple pages, including our notification opt-in prompt.

• Blood sugar level (HbA1c) test results now include full reference ranges alongside graphs.
• It's now clearer how to find out more if your hospital documents and questionnaires are not visible.

• We have added a new filter feature to your NHS messaging inbox.
• We’ve made page names clearer making it easier to navigate to hospital and specialist appointments and related documents.
• We've improved the language and display of graphs to make it easier to interpret your test results.
• Some users will now be able to browse, select and book specific appointment times.
• We have made finding local pharmacies online easier.
• We’ve made accessibility and bug fixes.

• We've made accessibility fixes to how screen readers read headers.

• When you have an appointment that shows as cancelled, you'll now also see a ‘cancelled’ tag on any related questionnaires.
• We’ve fixed various bugs including an improvement to how screenreaders read out messages.

• We have made technical changes to help the app run quickly and smoothly.
• When you have no prescriptions to view, we have updated the information that shows to make it clearer and more helpful.
• We fixed various bugs and made accessibility improvements.

• We have made accessibility improvements across the app, including the focus order of screenreaders on messaging screens.
• We have fixed a bug in how messaging inboxes were loaded, reducing loading times.
• We have made technical enhancements to improve the performance of the NHS App.

• We have made test results easier to understand by making the information displayed in graphs simpler.
• We have improved page layouts and made the language easier to understand in prescription screens.
• Some users will now see systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings together to make results easier to understand.
• Some users will now be able to access a link to further information about what a blood pressure test is.
• We have made technical improvements to enhance the performance of the app, fix bugs and prepare for future updates.

• Some users now have access to more information about vaccinations and screenings.
• Users at some GP surgeries can apply to access health services for other people.
• We have made accessibility improvements, including clearer labelling for screen readers.

• We have made multiple accessibility fixes such as adding ALT text and improving the response to text magnification.
• We have made the language in our prescriptions screens more understandable.
• Some users will now see systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings together to make results easier to interpret.
• We have improved the performance and loading times across the App.

• We have improved our text about side effects to medicines in the GP health record screen
• We have made it easier for users to access their GP requested test results
• We have updated error messages when managing health services for others to make sure they are displaying the correct information

• We have made technical, visual and accessibility enhancements to improve the performance of the NHS App and reduce loading times between screens.

• Depending on your GP surgery, you will now be taken straight to your messaging inbox from the homepage when you select 'Messages'.
• We have made blood pressure results easier to understand.
• We have started adding new ‘Manage health services for others’ features available at some GP surgeries.
• We have made technical improvements to enhance the performance of the app, fix bugs and prepare for future updates.

• We have improved our text about managing health services for other people.
• We have made technical improvements to enhance the performance of the app, fix bugs and prepare for future updates.

• We have updated error messages to make sure they are displaying the correct information.
• We have made technical improvements to enhance the performance of the NHS App, fix bugs and prepare for future updates.

• We have improved the way prescription statuses show, to make it clearer when a request is approved, waiting for approval or rejected.
• We have made technical improvements to enhance the performance of the NHS App, fix bugs and prepare for future updates. 

• Some users will see the status of their approved prescriptions, such as 'Ready to collect'.
• Some users will be shown a clearer separation between GP and hospital test results in their Test results and imaging screen.
• We have made accessibility improvements for Android devices.

• On the upcoming and past appointments page, we’ve separated hospital appointments, referrals and waiting lists, to make them easier to find.
• You can now view past hospital appointments and new documents that are added for them.
• We have updated some text on appointments and prescriptions pages, to make the information clearer.

• We have introduced graphs to help visualise trends with haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test results, to support people who may be managing diabetes.
• We have made it easier to see prescription requests in date order.
• We have made accessibility and technical improvements, and bug fixes.

• You can now view all messages from your NHS healthcare services in a single, combined inbox.
• We have made accessibility & technical improvements and bug fixes.

• If you use an Android device and have Android 8 or below, you will see a prompt to update your operating system in your device settings.
• We’ve added a feedback survey on test results history pages, so you can tell us what you think of the graphs and tables we use.
• We’ve made technical improvements and fixed bugs.

• If you are unable to access a service, we have added error screens to explain why.
• We have made it easier to view your vaccination record so you can better manage your health.
• We have made it easier to navigate to different services.
• We have made content changes to test result graphs and repeat prescription requests.
• We have made VoiceOver improvements to make the app more accessible for iOS users.
• We have made technical improvements and fixed bugs.

• The NHS App is now only available to devices on iOS15 or Android 8 and above. You can still access NHS services via the NHS website.
• We have made some design changes in prescriptions and test results so you can better manage your health.
• We have made accessibility improvements.
• We have made technical improvements and fixed bugs.

• We have simplified multiple prescription screens, including requesting repeat prescriptions.
• We have updated the language for wait times so you can better manage your health.
• We have added an improved summary view of test results.
• We have made accessibility improvements across the app and fixed bug issues.

• You will now be able to use 111 online if you have not proven your identity yet.
• You will now be able to request emergency repeat prescriptions.
• We have made technical improvements and fixed bugs.

• If you have NHS App notifications turned off, you’ll see a screen asking if you would like to turn them on.
• We have made the app more accessible, including making certain information clearer if you use a screen reader.
• We have made technical improvements and fixed bugs.

• If you opt-in to receive notifications, you will now see the settings page.
• This update includes bug fixes to improve performance.

• We have made a range of technical updates, including accessibility improvements and bug fixes.
• We have changed some text about hospital referrals, prescriptions and care plans to make certain information clearer.

• We have updated when a repeat prescription is requested to make the journey clearer if you do not have a nominated pharmacy.
• We have made some content changes to help you better track your prescriptions. 
• You may now be able to see your waiting lists in the NHS App.

• This update includes bug fixes to improve performance.
• We have made the guidance clearer on dosage instructions in your approved prescriptions.
• We have updated the test results display indicator to make it clearer if a result is in or out of the normal range.
• For those who use an online pharmacy; we have updated the links to it on your prescription.
• We have updated what we say in the notifications you receive.

We fixed an issue that was causing some people to have problems when requesting or viewing their repeat prescriptions.

This update only includes bug fixes to improve the app performance.

• We have redesigned the NHS App to make it simpler for you to find the services you need.
• We have updated the homepage, simplified navigation and made the language clearer.
• You can still access the NHS App services you need.

We have redesigned the web browser version of the NHS App to make it simpler for you to find the services you need.

• Certain users will see more information on what a full blood count is on their test results.
• You can now access the NHS website medicines page from the Advice hub.
• We fixed some issues and made performance improvements.
• We have added the 111 online emergency prescription link to the Prescriptions hub for certain users.

• You can now access 111 online even if you have not yet fully proven your identity.
• We made descriptions of COVID-19 clearer and more consistent.
• If you have access to waiting times, they are now arranged by expected date of treatment.
• We fixed some issues and made performance improvements.

• You will now be able to navigate from your notification straight into the relevant message.
• In your test result details, some users will now be able to see links to supporting information explaining what the tests results are.
• We have made performance enhancements across the app, as well as bug fixes.

• Test results are now grouped by year to help navigate to historic results more quickly.
• We have made visual and performance enhancements across the app, as well as multiple bug fixes.

• When you request a repeat prescription, we have updated the screens based on user feedback so they are clearer and easier to use.
• We have started making changes that will allow people to check their confirmed prescriptions in more detail. This will gradually be introduced to patients at different GP surgeries.

• Depending on your GP surgery, you can now view test results in your GP health record in more detail and find them grouped by date.
• We fixed an issue where some people had a delay between ordering a prescription and that order showing in their list of requests.

• We have upgraded to Vue.JS version 3 to maintain the app's platform support.
• This update includes bug fixes to improve the app security.
• Some users will now be able to see test results grouped more clearly in the GP Health record.

• We have fixed an accessibility issue that prevented Android users from accessing certain screens.

• We have fixed a bug that prevented Android 13 users from turning on app notifications.
• For Android users, we now only support the NHS App on Android version 6 (Marshmallow) or above.
• This update includes bug fixes to improve the app performance.

• We have made error screens for cancelling appointments and lack of internet connection more informative providing clear suggested instructions.
• We have fixed an issue for screenreader users when allowing optional analytic cookies.
• We have increased the timeout period before an error is shown when downloading your medical record.

• We have removed the COVID-19 vaccination booking link because the service is not currently available.
• We have made several bug fixes, including improvements to accessibility, security and app performance.

• We have made several accessibility improvements, including fixes to improve your experience if you use a screen reader.
• We have updated the hospital referrals and appointments area to make it clearer what to do if you notice any missing information.

• We have made accessibility improvements in the organ decision screen for those accessing it with a screen reader.
• We have fixed a bug that prevented you from seeing certain messages in the app.

• We have fixed an issue that prevented some users from accessing the Manage NHS Account link.
• We have made design improvements to secondary care appointment cards.
• This update includes bug fixes to improve the app performance.

• You may be able to access NHS 111 online from the homepage of the NHS App.
• We have removed the link to the NHS COVID Pass from the homepage of the NHS App. You can still access your NHS COVID Pass from the Your Health page.

• We have improved the ability to download medical record documents.
• We have made accessibility improvements for screen reader users when selecting options from a drop-down list.
• We have also altered the frequency of character limit updates for screenreader users to be less distracting when typing.
• We have improved the readability of low-resolution content.

This update includes bug fixes and improvements to accessibility and app performance.

• We have improved the panel design of the volunteer initiative Be Part of Research across the app including an easier registration journey.
• We have updated our COVID-19 information to reflect that the COVID-19 isolation note has been discontinued.
• We have made improvements to the messaging hub so you can see the different types of messages and their sending time.
• We have made accessibility improvements in the GP appointment booking screen for those accessing it with a screen reader.

• We have made visual enhancements to the referral and hospital appointments screen.
• Cancelled appointments will now be shown alongside all other referral and hospital appointment information. 
• Referral and hospital appointment information will now include how the appointment will be held. For example, in person or by phone.
• We have a fixed an accessibility issue that prevented some users from selecting the type of GP appointment they wanted to book.

• We have improved the design of the hospital appointments and referrals section. It is now easier to see your schedule and any actions you need to take.
• Depending on your GP surgery and hospital, you can now access questionnaires and documents about hospital appointments.
• On Android devices you can now enable a badge on the NHS App icon, alerting you to unread messages. This was already available on iOS devices.
• We have improved the welcome message you receive when you first use the NHS App.

• We have fixed a formatting issue that displayed Be Part of Research text incorrectly while in landscape mode on certain devices.
• Depending on your GP surgery, you can now contact your GP for both medical advice and admin requests from your Messages section.
• We have fixed a bug where some message subjects were not displaying correctly in message previews.

• We have fixed a bug that prevented JAWS screenreader users from updating their organ donation decision.
• We have made some error messages easier to read.
• We have fixed a bug that prevented you from opening certain messages.
• We have fixed a bug that may have prevented you from joining our user research panel.
• You can now register to take part in health research from the homepage and Your Health.

If you have full access to your NHS account, you will see a new link to the Be Part of Research website on the homepage and the Your Health page. You can follow it to find out more about taking part in health research.

• When you first log in to the NHS App after this update, we will ask if you want to get notifications about new messages.
• We have improved the information you see before accessing a third-party service.
• We have increased the size of the Close button to make it more accessible.
• We have updated the message description so it’s clearer who the sender is.
• We have updated the spacing around the unread message indicator so it’s clearer.
• We fixed a bug that showed a warning screen unnecessarily.

• If you download and use NHS App for the first time, you will see a new series of welcome screens before you register or login. The screens give some introductory information about how the app can help you manage your health.
• We have further improved security in the organ donation journey.
• We have updated the headings in the messages section as a service name has changed from Your Health Service Messages to The NHS App Messaging Service.
• If your GP surgery uses EMIS we have fixed a bug that meant a symbol wasn’t displaying in some test results.