Northern Region Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group

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Keeping well this winter
During the colder months, there might be a higher risk of catching coughs and colds when meeting face-to-face. If you're concerned about this, please contact the group organiser for information about how group members are keeping in touch, and how the group manages infection risk.

Read more about managing pulmonary fibrosis in cold weather.

Being diagnosed and living with a lung condition can be challenging. Support groups offer the opportunity to meet others who understand what you are going through and are open to anyone affected by pulmonary fibrosis - patients, family, carers and friends.

We have a range of speakers on topics such as singing for lung health, keeping active, healthy eating, mental wellbeing, travel insurance and the latest news in research and treatments. Specialist staff are sometimes available for information and advice, and we also arrange informal social events from time to time. Why not come to one of our meetings and check us out?

Contact details

When we meet

Third Thursday in the month 1.30-3.30pm

Upcoming dates

Thursday  21st March 2024 1.30-3.30
Thursday  18th April 1.30-3.30
Thursday 16th May 1.30-3.30
Thursday 20th June 1.30-3.30
Thursday 18th July 1.30-3.30
Thursday 15th August 1.30-3.30
Thursday 19th September 1.30-3.30
Thursday17th October 1.30-3.30
Thursday 21st November 1.30-3.30
Thursday 19th December 1.30-3.30

Where we meet

Westerhope community association CIO
The Chute’
Hillhead Road
Newcastle
NE5 1NE

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