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Health Information Week 2026

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 This year Health Information Week is running from 19th to 25th January. Health Information Week is a national, multi-sector campaign. It aims to promote high-quality information for patients and the public.

This year's themes:

  • Children and young people
  • Translated patient information
  • Women's health
  • Mental health
  • Winter health

Check our blog over the next week for suggested resources covering these topics.

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