A "telephone information day" for people with eczema and their families has been set up by the National Eczema Society in association with Crookes Healthcare. "Eczema information line" can be accessed on September 24, between 10am and 4pm (tel 0870 241 3604). The service marks the launch of national eczema week (September 23-30). A resource pack for health care professionals is available free of charge (send an A4 stamped, self-addressed envelope to NEW Information, National Eczema Society, 163 Eversholt street, London NW1 1BU).