Conditions and illnesses

Asthma UK Cymru
Campaigning organisation to help and represent people with asthma in Wales.

Arthritis Care
Discussion forum with different zones to share views, tell stories, ask questions and learn tips about living with arthritis.

iVillage
Health message boards for women to discuss general health problems, contraception, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCO) and associated disorders, disease support and useful health links and articles.

MadNOTBad
Site dedicated to removing the stigma of mental ill health with a discussion forum for users to support each other, swap experiences, ideas, opinions and have a chat.

Skincity
Friendly, supportive non-profit-making forum for sufferers of all skin conditions including psoriasis and eczema.

NetDoctor
Comprehensive directory of discussion groups covering a wide range of health subjects including allergies, cancer, children's health, depression, diabetes, fitness, mental illness, pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, sexuality and weight problems.

Rethink
Discussion board for the charity dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by severe mental illness, whether they have the condition themselves, are carers, professionals or volunteers working within the field.

SANE
Discussion board for the organisation dedicated to raising awareness and respect for people with mental illness.

SANELINE
Telephone helpline offering practical information, crisis care and emotional support to anybody affected by mental health problems.

Healthcare support

Age Concern
The UK's largest organisation working with and for older people. Includes a live chat room, and discussion forum to post questions and receive answers from other members.

British Liver Trust
Unmoderated message board for people to discuss issues about liver health.

Men's Health Forum
e-Discussion network and newsletter for health professionals and those wotking in men's health to discuss practice and policy (NOT for discussion about personal/medical problems).

MIND Cymru (National Association for Mental Health)
Mental health charity dedicated to creating a better life for anyone with experience of mental distress.

National Kidney Federation - Talkline
Discussion board to chat about issues for kidney patients.

National Childbirth Trust (NCT)
Charity for pregnancy, birth and parenting in the UK. E-groups providing support on various topics including caesarean, dads, home birth, premature babies and single parents.

Radical Midwives
Email discussion list open to midwives, students, mothers, and anyone interested in improving maternity services in the UK.

SCOPE
Disability organisation in England and Wales focusing on people with cerebral palsy. The site has a pre-moderated forum to discuss issues associated with the condition.

RADAR - The disability network
Debates about various aspects of disability issues including education, employment independent living and welfare.

Caring for others

Carers Wales
Carers Wales works to get a better deal for carers. The site has a forum for carers and former carers to have their say.

The Princess Royal Trust for Carers
The Princess Royal Trust for Carers is the largest provider of comprehensive carers support services in the UK. Discussion boards for people to discuss all aspects of being a carer, including hints and tips, a soapbox to air views and a general chat section.

YCnet
Discussion boards for young carers to talk to other carers and Princess Trust staff about anything and everything!