Promotes the well being of older people. Site contains factsheets on subjects from health to housing, statistics and reading lists.

UK charity providing support for carers and sufferers of all kinds of dementia. Funds medical research and campaigns for improved services and greater public understanding.

Information on the different types of this disease, including Von Gierke, Pompe, Cori, Anderson, McArdle and Hers disease.

Good range of information about spina bifida.

Skin facts and information on common skin complaints.

Supports and campaigns on behalf of epileptics. Information on epilepsy and guidance on driving and the law.

UK charity with a network of support groups and a confidential telephone service.

A UK charity which raises funds for medical research into lung disease. Leaflets can be ordered and a support group is available.

UK based charity offering support and providing information about the various types of cardiomyopathy.

Brief information about chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis.

Tablet, syrup and eye drop antihistamine for allergies including hayfever, perennial allergic rhinitis, and Urticaria (hives).

Support group for people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Also known as Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy and Peroneal Muscular Atrophy. Information available online.

Professional unique cure for anorexia.

This site offers extensive information for patients and doctors, plus links.

Charity providing some information for patients about coronary heart disease. Emphasis on cholesterol and lipids.

A UK charity set up to help families whose babies have been affected and to raise awareness of the problem. Brief, clear information is provided.

UK charity offering information and support for GBS and its variants and related conditions. Good informative Web site which includes a message board.

Charity providing information, support and services to people who have suffered a head injury, their family and carers. Detailed information available online.

Information on heart problems with a strong emphasis on prevention. Advice on diet and healthy living. Produced by the Coronary Prevention Group.

Information and advice on herpes simplex from the charity formed by patients themselves. Helpline number, membership details. Also shingles information pack.