5 items

This week from NHS England

1. New guidance and framework to improve health outcomes for people with a learning disability

   NHSE Public health Read at NHS England ↗

   In brief

   New guidance for practices, PCNs and ICBs on identifying people with a learning disability and on annual health checks.

2. Seasonal vaccinations updates

   NHSE Vaccinations & screening

   In brief

   Children's and pregnancy flu vaccination open; healthcare worker flu resources and updated RSV eligibility.

3. Updated contractual guidance for vaccinations

   NHSE Vaccinations & screening, Contracts & funding

   In brief

   Updated contractual guidance for GP vaccination services and RSV technical requirements.

4. Change to NHS cervical screening intervals for people living with HIV

   NHSE Vaccinations & screening

   In brief

   People with well-controlled HIV and a negative hrHPV result now follow the standard cervical screening interval.

5. Home address updates via the NHS App, launching late September

   NHSE IT, data & cyber security, PCSE & patient registration

   In brief

   From late September 2026, patients can update their home address in the NHS App, reducing admin and failed letters.