Comment: | LMCA was formed in 1989 with the aim of improving the quality of life of people with long-term health conditions. It is the umbrella body for national voluntary organisations working to meet the needs of such people, and currently has over one hundred charities in membership covering conditions ranging from arthritis, asthma and diabetes, to back pain, eczema and ME. LMCA's mission is to ensure the voices of people with long-term conditions are heard, valued and acted on and to provide effective support for the range of different voluntary organisations promoting their interest. |