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title: "Society for the Social History of Medicine — check charity number 278414 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Society for the Social History of Medicine a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278414. Education/training charity based in Birmingham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/society-for-the-social-history-of-medicine
retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:37:52.830Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Society for the Social History of Medicine is a registered charity (number 278414) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £32,738 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Society for the Social History of Medicine?

Registered charity number

278414

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Birmingham

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£32,738

Website

[www.sshm.org](http://www.sshm.org/)

## What does Society for the Social History of Medicine do?

The SSHM sponsors conferences, grants bursaries that help students attend conferences, and publishes a journal, a newsletter, and a book series.

## What causes is Society for the Social History of Medicine registered for?

Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Society for the Social History of Medicine yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Society for the Social History of Medicine is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.sshm.org/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Society for the Social History of Medicine a legitimate charity?

Yes. Society for the Social History of Medicine is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278414) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Society for the Social History of Medicine's charity number?

Society for the Social History of Medicine's charity number is 278414. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 278414?

Search 278414 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Society for the Social History of Medicine do?

The SSHM sponsors conferences, grants bursaries that help students attend conferences, and publishes a journal, a newsletter, and a book series.

Does Society for the Social History of Medicine have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Society for the Social History of Medicine. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Society for the Social History of Medicine?

Society for the Social History of Medicine's website is http://www.sshm.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/278414).