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My Health Record

My Health Record: Australia’s National Digital Health Summary

My Health Record is Australia’s national digital health record system designed to store key health information in a secure, accessible online platform. It brings together clinical summaries, prescriptions, allergies, immunisations, test results, and health summaries in one place — helping clinicians and patients access consistent, up-to-date information when and where it’s needed. By enabling authorised healthcare providers to view shared health information, My Health Record supports safer, more informed care and better continuity across the health system.

What My Health Record Contains

My Health Record stores a range of essential information that clinicians rely on during care delivery. This can include medical summaries, current medications, allergies and adverse reactions, pathology and imaging reports, discharge summaries, immunisation history, and advance care planning documents. Patients can also choose to upload personal health information, emergency contacts, and care preferences to ensure a complete picture of their health journey.

How My Health Record Works

Each Australian who chooses to participate has a My Health Record created for them that can be accessed securely by authorised healthcare providers and the individual. The system uses strong privacy and security controls to protect sensitive information while enabling essential data to be shared across care settings. Clinicians can view relevant history at the point of care, reducing the need for repeat tests, preventing medication errors, and improving coordination between providers.

Benefits for Patients and Providers

For patients, My Health Record offers peace of mind that critical health information is available wherever care is provided, especially in emergencies or when seeing new clinicians. For healthcare providers, it supports safer prescribing, reduces unnecessary investigations, and enhances clinical confidence by offering a more complete view of the person’s health history. Better information at the right time leads to better decisions and improved outcomes.

Why My Health Record Matters

My Health Record plays a central role in Australia’s digital health ecosystem by enabling secure, consistent access to critical health information across care settings. It reduces fragmentation, supports continuity of care, and empowers both clinicians and patients with better information at the point of need. As healthcare systems continue to adopt digital tools, My Health Record remains a foundational platform for connected, data-informed care.

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