Can I view my medical records?
Yes. You have a legal right to see your own records. You do not have to explain why you want to see them. Can my request be refused? Your request could be refused if: A health professional thinks seeing the records would be seriously harmful to your physical or mental health; The records also relate to someone else.
How do I get my health records from the NHS?
For any other medical records, you need to ask for them at the NHS service you went to. This includes records like your hospital record. Check the website for the NHS service you want your records for. You might need to fill out a form to ask for access. There's more information about health records in your NHS account.
Can I see the health records of someone who has died?
If you want to see the health records of someone who has died, you can apply in writing to the record holder under the Access to Health Records Act (1990). Under the terms of the act, you will only be able to access the deceased's health records if you're either: Only information directly relevant to a claim will be disclosed.