The BLF Web Community is here for you to make whatever use of you like. You may simply want to have a look at what people are talking about. Or you may want to take part in any of the discussions, or ask a question or offer some support to someone else - if so you will need to register with us.

The Community is fully moderated; all posts are checked by a moderator before they appear on the Community. Moderation only takes place between 9-30 am and 5-30 pm Monday to Friday therefore if you post anything outside these times there will be a delay before your post appears.

To join in the discussions you will need to first read the rules here (you will be asked to confirm that you have done so when registering) and register with the BLF Web Community here. Please remember the Community is not a substitute for professional advice. You should consult your doctor, or other health professional, before making any decisions that could affect you or others. The BLF Helpline (08458 505020) is available to provide individual advice and guidance on the treatment and management of lung conditions.

So whatever you decide to do, we hope that you find the Community supportive, informative, and somewhere you'll want to come back to again and again.

The comments and information placed in this community are purely the views of the members and are not the views of the British Lung Foundation. Any products, alternative/complimentary therapies or treatments mentioned in the community do not constitute professional recommendations of the British Lung Foundation.