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Sunderland CCG consultation on gluten-free prescribing

Sunderland CCG consultation on gluten-free prescribing

July 22, 2016

We are aware that Sunderland Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are currently holding a consultation on gluten-free food on prescription.

We are aware that Sunderland Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are currently holding a consultation on gluten-free food on prescription.

The consultation

Sunderland CCG currently follow National Prescribing Guidelines and prescribe up to 18 units (depending on age and gender) of gluten-free bread, pasta, flour, pizza bases and crackers. The CCG is now asking for local people’s opinions on the prescribing of gluten-free food to help inform them on their local policy.

Have your say

We would encourage you to respond to the consultation to ensure your views are heard. The survey can be accessed online at the link below and is open until 15 August:

www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GR2ZVJ9

If you are unable to complete the survey online you can contact Sunderland CCG on 0191 512 8484, for a printed version of the consultation.

We will provide updates as the situation progresses through direct mailings, Crossed Grain magazine and on our website. For more information on how to get involved with our prescriptions campaign, please visit our campaign page.

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