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View MESH and MOLES technical documentation
Install and use your MESH client, manage your advanced settings and identify recipient mailboxes using the endpoint lookup service.
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Compare MESH services
We currently have three types of MESH to suit a variety of organisational needs and requirements.
Further information
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external
MOLES portal
Track messages sent using MESH through the Messaging Online Enquiry Service. Smartcard authentication required.
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National Service Desk tool
For new MESH account requests, support or technical queries raise a call to the National Service Desk (log-in and HSCN access required)
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internal MESH guidance hub
View our selection of MESH and MOLES technical documentation. These guides will help you install and use your MESH client, manage your advanced settings and identify recipient mailboxes using the endpoint lookup service.
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internal Compare MESH services
We currently have three types of MESH to suit a variety of organisational needs and requirements. Here is a summary of the three types, with links to installation and user guides.
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internal Message tracking: the MESH Online Enquiry Service (MOLES)
Track and trace messages sent using Messaging Exchange for Social Care and Health (MESH)
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internal Message Exchange for Social Care and Health: mailbox request form
NHS organisations, IT specialists, adult social care teams and individuals can use this form to request a MESH mailbox.
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internal Message Exchange for Social Care and Health (MESH): User Interface account
NHS organisations, IT specialists, adult social care teams and individuals can use this form to request User Interface (UI) account to access their MESH UI mailbox.
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internal Message Exchange for Social Care and Health (MESH): Workflow Groups and Workflow IDs
All MESH messages have a workflow ID which identifies the type of message being sent. NHS organisations, IT specialists, adult social care teams and individuals should read this guidance prior to completing a mailbox request form.