NHS Digital TV service

Wednesday, December 31, 2003

From this summer, people across the UK will be able to access health information through their televisions. The NHS Digital TV service, which will cost 15m over three years, will enable users to access health information at any time. Initially, it will provide information on NHS services such as directories of GPs, dentists and pharmacies, an encyclopaedia of illnesses, and self-care advice on treating common health problems. Health minister Rosie Winterton said, 'NHS Direct has proved popular. NHS Direct Digital TV will provide people with further choice in accessing health information.' At present, the public can contact the NHS Direct telephone service on 0845 4647 and the NHS Direct website at www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk.