Accessing your Health Records

Under UK law, you have a legal right to access your own medical records. Whether you are seeking information about your own care or the records of a deceased relative, this guide explains what you are entitled to, who to contact, and what to expect from the process. It covers how to make a Subject Access Request (SAR), the timescales organisations must meet, and the circumstances in which access may be restricted.

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Accessing medical records in historic cases, particularly those involving DES exposure, presents unique challenges. Records from the 1950s to 1970s may have been archived, transferred, or in some cases destroyed. This guide sets out the legal routes available to you, where older records are most likely to be held, and what documentation you will need to support your application. It also outlines the specific types of records most relevant to DES claims, including maternity notes, pharmacy records, and specialist reports.

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