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Jess’s Rule Posters Sent to Every GP Surgery in England to Bolster Patient Safety

The campaign prompts a fresh review at the third unresolved visit to help catch serious illness sooner.

Overview

  • All 6,170 GP practices in England are receiving co‑designed posters for display in consultation rooms to reinforce the initiative.
  • Surgeries are also being sent letters from Health Secretary Wes Streeting and NHS England’s National Medical Director Dr Claire Fuller underscoring the approach.
  • Jess’s Rule asks clinicians to take “fresh eyes” after three appointments without a substantiated diagnosis or with worsening symptoms.
  • Practical steps encouraged include arranging face‑to‑face reviews, conducting thorough examinations, ordering additional tests and seeking second opinions.
  • Officials and clinicians say the drive can reduce diagnostic delays, with research highlighting particular benefits for younger people and minority ethnic patients.