Individual PIF TICK launch

20th February 2024

A webinar on how to streamline your production process.

Webinar: Behaviour change and health information

16th January 2024

Our first webinar of the new year explores the latest thinking on behaviour change.

Webinar: NHS new hospitals programme – patient and public involvement

8th December 2023

This webinar was an opportunity for our members to understand patient and public involvement to support the NHS new hospital programme.

PIF Webinar: AI in health information

15th November 2023

View the recording and slides from our webinar exploring the health information challenges and opportunities presented by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Webinar: Engaging with seldom-heard groups

1st November 2023

How to engage under-represented people in health information.

PIF TICK Webinar: Information Assessments

19th September 2023

Introducing the PIF TICK Information Assessments.

Recent webinar: Introduction to content design

12th June 2023

View the recording and slides from our recent webinar on content design in health information and how it aligns with the PIF TICK.

YouTube Health – Best practices / Health Shelf Q&A

7th June 2023

Slides and key learnings from our hybrid member event on health information video best practice. A recording from our Q&A on applying for the Health Shelf is also available here.

Working in partnerships on medicines information

21st April 2023

This webinar looks at how patient organisations and the pharmaceutical industry can work together to meet the needs of the public within tight regulatory frameworks. We also shared findings from a joint survey between PIF, NRAS and Cancer 52 on fair…

Webinar: Health inequalities / Health and digital literacy survey results

27th March 2023

During this webinar, we shared results from our Health and Digital Literacy survey and examples of good practice. Speakers include Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Trust, Groundswell and the Hepatitis C Trust.

Inclusive language matters

30th June 2022

One size does not fit all when it comes to health and care information. Our Inclusive Language Matters poster is intended to be a quick reference to help you start using inclusive language in your resources.

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Upcoming events

Workshop: Creating Health and Digital Literacy Friendly Resources

13th May 9:15am - 14th May 2024 12:30pm

A new two-day workshop offering key data on health literacy and digital exclusion, plus top tips and examples of good practice.

Webinar: Digital Health and Apps

20th May 2024 12pm - 1:30pm

This webinar will explore how digital tools can be used to personalise health information, helping users self-manage and self care. It will cover patient portals, the NHS App and tiered approaches to information.

Online workshop: Editing health information

10th June 2024 9:30am - 1pm

One day workshop to sub-editing, proofreading and managing copy reviews. Ideal for those managing teams or co-ordinating feedback from reviewers, or anyone who has previously completed our Writing Health Information Workshop.

Online workshop: Evaluating the impact of health information

24th June 2024 9:15am - 1pm

One day workshop on evaluating the impact of your health information resources.

Online workshop: Writing health information

1st July 9:30am - 3rd July 2024 1pm

Our sell-out, CPD accredited, writing health information training will help you to write in plain language, help you to involve users in resource development, show you how to source reliable evidence and communicate risk effectively.

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Latest Resources

Producing Health Information for Children and Young People – 2023 Update

6th July 2023

This 2023 updated PIF guide focuses on the practical aspects of creating good health information, including involving children, choosing the right format, writing for children, and tackling sensitive issues.

Fair Market Value Survey Findings

19th April 2023

The survey of patient organisations by PIF, NRAS and Cancer 52 found inconsistencies in payment rates and support for the development of a patient organisation 'rate card’.

Health literacy matters

14th June 2023

Designed in response to member demand, our one-page infographic makes the case for the development of health literate information. It was the first in our series on health information matters.

Removing Barriers to Shared Decision-Making

26th April 2023

Key learnings and outcomes from a joint shared decision-making project with the Patients Association in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire ICB.

Communicating benefits, risks and uncertainties

1st November 2021

The 2023 updated guide highlights a range of approaches and tools for unbiased communication of benefits, risks and uncertainties to patients.

Health and Digital Literacy Survey 2022/23