Bug fixes
Bug fixes, support latest Android version
- Ask NHS is now AskFirst. Access your GP and NHS services anytime. You'll still be able to use the same features and more.
- Bug Fixes
- Ask NHS is now AskFirst. Access your GP and NHS services anytime. You'll still be able to use the same features and more.
- Enhancements to password security
- Ask NHS is now AskFirst. Access your GP and NHS services anytime. You'll still be able to use the same features and more.
- Updates and fixes to the app experience.
- Ask NHS is now AskFirst. Access your GP and NHS services anytime. You'll still be able to use the same features and more.
- Try the new avatars inside the app.
- You can now use your NHS Login Account if your GP Practice is in the Ask NHS coverage area. Choose "Sign In" to get started.
- It's easier to control avatar speaking and navigation.
- Our app is now faster.
- Parents or guardians of users under 16 years old can now create an account on Ask NHS. Note: Accounts for children aged 13 to 16 should be created with their consent (where the child has capacity to give it).
- In the settings menu, you can contact our support team for issues or feedback.
- The size of the app has been reduced. Also, you can be move the app to your SD card if you choose.
- Stability improvements and improved connectivity.
- Improvements to video visits.
- Video visits in Ask NHS are now available in some GP practices. See your GP practice website or ask for more detail.
- Ask NHS now has a Coronavirus (COVID-19) screening at the beginning of the Symptom Checker.
- We've improved the experience and made other updates to the app.
- We've made it easier to interact with Olivia with your voice. You can also mute Olivia and use the app in chat mode.
- 16 and 17 year old users can now use the Symptom Checker.
- The app is faster and more stable.
- Important bugfix.
- You can now interact with Olivia in high definition.
- We've added a hint to know when you can scroll for more items.
A faster symptom checker experience and bugfixes.
- Updates to the Service Finder
- Streamlining conversation look and feel
- Improvements to the Symptom Checker experience
- Improvements to new account creation
- Stability improvements and bugfixes
- Slowed down the text when the avatar is muted so it's easier to read
- We've completely redesigned the app to be faster and easier to use
- Let us know your feedback or ideas for improvement by e-mailing us at support@asknhs.co.uk
GDPR compliance
- Send us feedback (Setting screen)- Easier account creation (fix for DOB issue)- Updated app icon- Bug fixes and usability improvements
- Send us feedback (Setting screen)- Easier account creation (fix for DOB issue)- Updated app icon- Bug fixes and usability improvements
UI Improvements.
- Improved performance and usability.- Bug fixes.
Ask NHS is now AskFirst.
AskFirst provides you with improved access to health and care advice. You can talk through your symptoms in complete confidence with Olivia, a virtual health assistant.
If needed, Olivia will arrange for a call back from a clinician to discuss your symptoms further. You can also search healthcare advice, schedule GP appointments and search opening times/locations of local healthcare services. Our service is available to all NHS patients in England over 16. Parents or guardians can create accounts on behalf of patients under 16 years of age.
Please note for immediate life-threatening emergencies call 999.
When to use AskFirst:
- Abdominal pain
- Back pain
- Cough
- Cold or flu symptoms
- Chest pain
- Dizziness
- Fever
- Headache
- Pregnant and vomiting
- Rash
- Sore throat
- Urinary symptoms
- General medical questions, "Should I go in for this or not?"