6 March 2012
Today the British Lung Foundation (BLF) launches a new, low cost number for their Helpline service which makes it more accessible to the eight million people in the UK affected by lung disease.
The cost of ringing the Helpline is now guaranteed to be included in all call packages, meaning many people will be able to phone for free and everyone else will pay a landline rate, including from mobiles.
Since opening in March 2005, the Helpline has supported more than 32,000 people, making the service often invaluable to those confined to their home, either by their lung condition or their care responsibilities. Callers receive advice and support on the physical and emotional impact of lung disease along with advice on welfare benefits including disability and heating.
Mark Pilling, Advice Service Manager, said:
“The costs of keeping the home warm, having a healthy diet, increased transport costs and prescription charges all add to the worry of living with a lung condition.
“By changing to the 03000 number, we’re making a small difference to people’s pockets and hope that even more people will be encouraged to use this support service.”
The new number, effective from 6th March is 03000 030 555
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