SmellTaste, formerly known as Fifth Sense, is the charity for all those living with impaired smell and taste and the leading voice in sensory health: connecting people, science and industry to drive change. 

SmellTaste is the UK’s leading voice in sensory health - uniting patients, clinicians, researchers, policymakers and industry to transform understanding and support for people living with smell and taste disorders. 

We provide trusted support, information and community for anyone affected by changes or loss of smell and taste, helping individuals, families and carers navigate the real-world impact of these conditions. We empower healthcare professionals with evidence-based resources and clinical insights to better recognise, discuss and signpost patients for support. Through education, training, research collaboration and public engagement we work to raise the profile of sensory health across medical, scientific and commercial sectors. 

SmellTaste also partners with industry, innovators and policy-makers to highlight the broader implications of sensory dysfunction - from safety and wellbeing to product design, consumer experience and healthcare pathways. 

Together we aim to ensure smell and taste are understood, valued and integrated into science, care and innovation.

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