Opt-out / opt-in

ABSTRACT complies with the highest standard of data protection. All the data we use is anonymised within NHS systems prior to use. We undertake all feasible steps to ensure data is secure and that your privacy is protected. We do however appreciate that some people may not wish their data to be used for health improvement research.

If you would like to opt-out of ABSTRACT or if you have opted-out before but would like to opt-in ABSTRACT, please send an email to plh-tr.researchdataoptout@nhs.net containing the following information:

• Specifying opt-out or opt-in

• Name

• Date of birth

• Address

• NHS number (if known)

• Hospital Number (if known)

• Contact email (optional but will allow us to contact you if we can’t find you on our systems)

• Contact phone number (optional but will allow us to contact you if we can’t find you on our systems)