Support organisations

The following organisations have useful information for people with asthma. Please note that the list is by no means exhaustive.

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Allergy UK

Advice and support for people with asthma and their relatives, plus information about allergies and allergy testing.
Helpline: 01322 619898
Email: info@allergyuk.org
Website: www.allergyuk.org

Asthma UK

Campaigns for the interests of people with asthma, publishes information and funds research.
Helpline: 0800 121 6244
Email: info@asthma.org.uk
Website: www.asthma.org.uk

British Lung Foundation

Information about lung disease and lung health, and support for people with lung disorders.
Tel: 0845 850 5020
Website: www.lunguk.org

Health and Safety Executive

Advice on causes of occupational asthma and how to combat them.
Adviceline: 0845 609 6006
Email: hse.infoline@natbrit.com
Website: www.hse.gov.uk/asthma

This page was last reviewed in March 2009.

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