"From Monday, GP practices across the country will use posters to promote Jess's rule, a new system aimed at preventing serious illnesses from being missed and needless deaths. It is named after Jessica Brady, a 27-year-old who contacted her surgery 20 times before dying of cancer in 2020. Jess's rule urges family doctors to consider a second opinion, conduct a face-to-face physical examination or order more tests if a patient has had three appointments for their symptoms but no diagnosis."
"Every patient deserves to be heard, and every serious illness deserves to be caught early. Jess's rule makes that possible, reminding clinicians to take a fresh look when symptoms persist and empowering patients to speak up about their care. This is a fitting tribute to Jessica Brady and the tireless campaigning of her parents. Their determination to turn tragedy into lasting change will help protect patients and save lives for years to come."
Millions of patients in England will be encouraged to ask their GP to reconsider when symptoms remain undiagnosed after three appointments. GP practices will display posters promoting Jess's rule, a system designed to prevent missed serious illnesses and needless deaths. Jess's rule advises family doctors to seek a second opinion, carry out a face-to-face physical examination, or order additional tests if a patient has had three consultations without diagnosis. Posters have been sent to all 6,170 GP practices and were co-designed by Jessica Brady's parents, NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care.
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