Patient support organisations
Charities and patient organisations offer trusted information, advice and peer support for many conditions and situations.
- Updated August 2026
- Clinical review pending
- 1 source
At a glance
- Many charities offer condition-specific information and support.
- A GP or pharmacist can point you to relevant organisations.
On this page (2 sections)
Overview
Alongside NHS services, many charities and patient organisations provide information, advice and support — including helplines and peer-support groups — for specific conditions and situations [1].
Finding support
A GP, pharmacist or NHS service can point you towards reputable organisations relevant to you [1].
Sources
- NHS. NHS services (opens in new tab) Accessed 12 August 2026.
About this page
- Written by
- Consumer Health editorial team
- Medical review
- Pending — this page has not yet been reviewed by a named clinician. Read our medical review policy.
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Next review due
- August 2027
Important: This information is for general guidance only and does not replace professional medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Always speak to a qualified healthcare professional — such as your GP or pharmacist — for advice about your individual circumstances, and do not start, stop or change any prescribed treatment based only on this page. If you think you are having a medical emergency, call 999. Consumer Health is an independent health-information resource and is not the NHS or a government body.
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