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Warning about NHS text scam

06 January 2021 - by Leeds NHS

Warning about NHS text scam.

The NHS in Leeds is warning local people to beware of a new text scam that appears to use a genuine NHS appointment reminder number.

The warning from the Counter Fraud team at Audit Yorkshire follows several patients around the country reporting “smishing” texts.

Smishing is a form of fraud. They’re texts that look like they’re from a reputable organisation but they try to get you to do something. That could be calling a premium rate number or sharing confidential information.



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