Summary Care Record

Summary Care Record

Care professionals in England use an electronic record called the summary care record (SCR).This an provide those involved in care faster secure access to key information in your GP Record.

The record will contain information about any medicines you are taking, allergies you suffer from, and any bad reactions to medicines you have had, to ensure those caring for you have enough information to treat you safely. This information will be available to authorised healthcare staff providing your care anywhere in England.

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We recommend that you read the links below for more detailed information about the summary care record. You can also get more information by visiting or by telephoning the helpline on 0300 123 3020.