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The British Lymphology Society is a dynamic and innovative body providing a strong professional voice and support for those involved in the care and treatment of people with lymphoedema and related lymphatic disorders, including lipoedema.

The Society seeks to achieve high standards of care and equitable access to treatment across the UK and promotes early detection and intervention and, where appropriate, screening and prevention. 
 
The Society was established in November of 1985, originally as the British Lymphology Interest Group (BLIG). 
 

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Latest News

Jun 23, 2025

A Response to Jeremy Vine Radio 2 Programme

To Jeremy Vine, Dr Sarah Jarvis and the producers of the Jeremy Vine radio programme, This letter is sent from the Board and Members of The British Lymphology Society, a registered charitable organisation that seeks to benefit those living with lymphoedema through education, raising awareness, supporting and driving improvements in cli

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Apr 11, 2025

TRISHA GODDARD TO SHINE A LIGHT ON LYMPHOEDEMA IN CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER HOUSE

The British Lymphology Society is proud to support its Patron, Trisha Goddard, as she enters the Celebrity Big Brother house. Trisha, a tireless advocate for lymphoedema awareness, said “I’ll be wearing my compression tights and sleeve in the Celebrity Big Brother house and I’ll definitely be

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Oct 10, 2024

British Lymphology Society Launches New Guidance Documents at Annual Conference

Advancements and Recommendations in the Treatment of Lymphoedema: British Lymphology Society Launches New Guidance Documents at Annual Conference Earlier this week, the British Lymphology Society (BLS) launched three guidance documents at its annual conference, marking a significant advancement in the treatment of lymp

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Feb 06, 2023

Major revisions to guidelines on the management of Cellulitis in Lymphoedema

Important and long-awaited revisions to the original guidelines on the management of cellulitis in lymphoedema are set out in a joint document by The British Lymphology Society, who are clinical experts in lymphoedema, in collaboration with a Microbiology consultant, and the national patient group, the Lymphoedema Support Network

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Jun 07, 2022

Liposuction for Chronic Lymphoedema, Interventional Procedures Guidance [IPG723] from NICE

On 27th April NICE issued updated guidance for the use of liposuction in the treatment of lymphoedema in adults. More than 400,000 people in the UK have lymphoedema, and there are likely to be more people as yet undiagnosed. The use of liposuction as a treatment option can be beneficial to a particular cohort of patients, and this guid

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Apr 01, 2022

British Lymphology Society strengthens its leadership and continues to grow

British Lymphology Society strengthens its leadership and continues to grow The BLS are delighted to announce a number of appointments to expand and strengthen the charity. The changes see two new patrons join the BLS, Professor Vaughan Keeley and Dr Kristiana Gordon, and Kate Sinclair appointed to the position of Char

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Membership

Become a valued member - be part of the most dynamic organisation in the UK for Lymphoedema Professionals! BLS currently has almost five hundred members. Nurses and Physiotherapists form the major section of the membership along with Doctors, Occupational Therapists and Manual Lymphatic Drainage therapists. Membership is open to all healthcare professionals and anyone with an interest in lymphoedema and its treatment, and to corporations and industrial groups that contribute to the advancement of lymphoedema and the Society. 

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Directory of Lymphoedema Treatment Services

BLS maintains a directory of lymphoedema treatment services provided by members across the UK.

 

By clicking on your area on the map you can see:

 

-What is available in your area

-How to contact the service

-Treatment available - note that treatment provided    will depend on the individual's assessment

-Specialist qualifications (with dates) of those practitioners in the service

-Date of most recent update courses attended by practitioners, recommended every two years.

 

BLS only include this information when proof of training has been submitted.

 

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  • Channel Islands
  • East Anglia
  • East Midlands
  • Eire
  • Greater London
  • North East
  • North West
  • Northern Ireland
  • Scotland
  • South East
  • South West
  • Wales
  • West Midlands
  • Yorkshire & Humberside
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CORPORATE PARTNER

Work in partnership with care professionals to develop initiatives and promote better care and service provision for people with lymphoedema and other chronic oedemas.

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GIVING TO BLS

As a Charity donations and fundraising are vital to support our work; there are many ways to help us to make a difference for people with lymphoedema.

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