Do I have to download the NHS App if I test positive?

You should download the app even if youve tested positive for coronavirus before, or think you may have had it. If youve had coronavirus, you probably have some immunity to it, which means you may not get infected again for a while.

Do you have to download the NHS App?

The NHS COVID-19 app is entirely voluntary and you can choose whether or not to download it. You can also uninstall and delete the app whenever you like. The app is not pushed automatically to smartphones.

How can I check my NHS number is valid?

Calculating a check digit If youve got 9 digits, then you have a nearly valid NHS number. To use it in other systems, youll need all 10 digits – you need to calculate the check digit. As mentioned earlier, not all potential NHS numbers are valid.

Do I need to self-isolate if I test negative?

When to self-isolate You will need to self-isolate for 10 full days if you get a negative test result and: youve been told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace because youve been in close contact with someone who tested positive.

How long do you have to self-isolate for?

If your test is negative, keep self-isolating for the rest of the 10 days. If your test is positive, the 10 days restarts from the day after your symptoms started. This will mean youre self-isolating for more than 10 days overall.

How can I obtain my NHS Number?

You can register with a GP practice to get an NHS number. If you do not already have an NHS number, youll be assigned one during registration. Youll get a registration letter in the post and your NHS number will be shown in the letter.

Is myGP the NHS app?

The myGP app, created in 2014, is an NHS-assured provider of online access to primary care medical services. They were granted NHS assurance in 2019, certifying them as a secure and recognised place for patients to access healthcare services, including medical record access.