Physical Health

Listed below are some organisations / support groups that provide information and advice about Physical Health.

Although the information was originally collected for use within the Linlithgow community we hope the list could be useful to others.

The Help Centre website is a joint initiative by St Michaels’ Parish Church https://stmichaelsparish.org.uk and The New Well https://thenewwell.org/

Action for ME

Action for ME Provides information and support to anyone living with or supporting someone with ME of any age, anywhere in the UK. Free Support Services for children, young people and adults, and holistic Healthcare Services.

Last updated: September 1, 2025

Arthritis Action

Arthritis Action UK charity giving practical help, offering an integrated self-management approach, which looks at both the physical and mental health impact of living with arthritis. Support people living with musculoskeletal conditions through healthy eating advice, mental health resources, pain management techniques, Online Groups, employment support, and exercise advice and resources.

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Arthritis UK

Arthritis UK  Information, support and advice about arthritis including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, psoriatic arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and arthritis related conditions . Helpline 0808 5200 520. Guide to diagnosis, living with arthritis and managing arthritis symptoms.

Last updated: June 4, 2026

Arthritis UK

Arthritis UK Provides a range of information about arthritis, explores the different types and treatment options and gives practical tips, support and advice to help you manage your condition.

Last updated: March 11, 2026

ASH Action on Smoking and Health

ASH Action on Smoking and Health Charity working in and for Scotland to bring about a healthier country, free from the harms and inequalities caused by the use of tobacco and related products. Provide expert information and advice on stopping smoking and or tackling the use of addictive health-harming tobacco and related products.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Aspire: supports people with spinal injury

Aspire: supports people with spinal injury  Provides practical help to people who have been paralysed by Spinal Cord Injury, supporting them from injury to independence

Last updated: October 28, 2025

Asthma + Lung UK

Asthma + Lung UK   Dedicated to improving the health and well being of people with asthma and lung conditions. Provides advice, support, personal stories, campaigning and research news.

Last updated: September 12, 2025

Be in the know

Be in the know  Information and help available through the website about the facts about sexual health and HIV with links to helplines, resources and other organisations. help you understand, discuss and take action to protect your sexual health and answer some of your most pressing questions on relationships, sexual health and HIV.

Last updated: December 3, 2025

Be Real: body confidence for everyone

Be Real: body confidence for everyone Provides help and resources to help change attitudes to body image and help everyone put health above appearance and be confident in our bodies. Includes toolkit for Schools to help pupils thrive both in and out of the classroom

Last updated: March 4, 2026

Bladder & Bowel Community

Bladder & Bowel Community   Provides information, guidance, helpline, and support for all types of bladder and bowel problems. 

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Breast Cancer Now

Breast Cancer Now  Offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer. You can call the helpline and speak to a nurse or join the forum / message them for expert help with breast cancer questions.

Last updated: March 25, 2026

British Heart Foundation: Heart conditions in young people

British Heart Foundation: Heart conditions in young people  Have a range of information and resources to help young people with a heart condition, understand and take control of their condition.

Last updated: September 3, 2025