AskFirst (formerly Ask NHS)

Introducing AskFirst, the revamped version of the popular Ask NHS app, designed to provide you with even better access to health and care advice. With the help of Olivia, a virtual health assistant, you can confidentially discuss your symptoms and concerns. Olivia is equipped to arrange a call back from a clinician if more in-depth discussion is needed. In addition, you can conveniently search for healthcare advice, book GP appointments, and find out the opening times and locations of nearby healthcare services. This reliable service caters to all NHS patients in England above the age of 16, and parents or guardians can create accounts for those under 16. Remember to call 999 in case of immediate life-threatening emergencies. Unsure about whether to seek medical attention for your abdominal pain, back pain, cough, cold or flu symptoms, chest pain, dizziness, fever, headache, pregnancy-related vomiting, rash, sore throat, urinary symptoms, or have general medical questions? AskFirst has got you covered!

Features of AskFirst (formerly Ask NHS):

* Improved access to health and care advice

* Talk through your symptoms in complete confidence with virtual health assistant, Olivia

* Option for Olivia to arrange a call back from a clinician for further discussion

* Search for healthcare advice

* Schedule GP appointments

* Find opening times and locations of local healthcare services

Conclusion:

With the help of Olivia, a virtual health assistant, users can confidentially discuss their symptoms and have the option to speak with a clinician if needed. AskFirst (formerly Ask NHS) also allows users to search for healthcare advice, schedule GP appointments, and find information on local healthcare services. Available to all NHS patients in England over 16. AskFirst is a reliable and convenient tool for managing various medical concerns.