Using NHS patient data for research - what it means for patients
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Using NHS patient data for research - what it means for patients

Want to know more about how anonymised information from your NHS patient records can be used for health research? Join one of our webinars!

By East of England Secure Data Environment

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  • Event lasts 1 hour


🔍 Using NHS patient data for research – what it means for patients

Want to know more about how anonymised information from your NHS patient records can be used for health research?
Join one of our webinars!

22 September 2025 | 🕛 12:00–1:00 PM
Open to all East of England residents

Discover how the East of England Secure Data Environment (SDE) gives approved researchers access to depersonalised NHS data for research that benefits public health'—driving better care, and improved health outcomes for everyone.

We’ll also discuss important questions about data privacy, public benefit, and who really has access to your information—plus, there’s a live Q&A session where you can share your thoughts and get your questions answered directly by the team.

Register now!

Frequently asked questions

Is this a free event?

Yes, tickets are absolutely free.

Where can I get the summary of the event if I’m unable to attend?

We’ll publish the event summary on all our social media handles and our website after the event.

Can I ask questions about data access in the East of England?

Yes, there will be a Q&A session where our chair, Dr Amanda Stranks, Patient and Public Involvement Workstream Lead, CUH, will answer your questions. For additional queries, contact us at cuh.eoe.sde@nhs.net and we’ll respond as soon as possible.

Can healthcare professionals or researchers attend this event?

NHS staff and researchers are welcome to attend, but should be aware that this session is aimed at answering questions from people whose data may be used for research rather than focusing on how researchers will be able to apply to access data for research.

Where can I get more details about the East of England SDE?

You can visit our website: East of England SDE or social media for updates: X: @EoE_SDE LinkedIn: East of England SDE BlueSky: @eastofenglandsde Instagram: @eastofengland.sde For more information on the national SDE, visit: /digital.nhs.uk/services/secure-data-environment-service

Who can attend this event?

The event is open to individuals aged 16+ from Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk, as well as researchers interested in learning more about data access from the East of England.

Free
Sep 22 · 4:00 AM PDT