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Follow the links below to find information on self managment of chronic diseases.
For information on self management of specific chronic conditions such as asthma, arthritis, and diabetes follow the links to those diseases from the Chronic Conditions and Injury [HealthInsite Topic Page]
Updated January 2008
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Sharing Health Care Initiative (SHCI)
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Over the next four years the Sharing Health Care Initiative will expand the range and reach of quality evidence-based chronic disease interventions to support self-management in Australia.
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Jun 2008
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Self-management education for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterised by frequent day by day fluctuations and repeated severe exacerbations are common. The idea of self-management is to teach patients the skills needed to carry out medical regimens specific to ...
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Aug 2007
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Self-management education programmes by lay leaders for people with chronic conditions
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Self-management education programmes led by lay leaders (rather than health professionals such as doctors or nurses) are becoming common as a way of trying to promote self care for people with chronic conditions. We assessed systematically the effects o...
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Aug 2007
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Fibromyalgia
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myDr
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Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome. People with fibromyalgia commonly experience burning or aching pain through various musculoskeletal regions throughout their body, including joints.
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Feb 2007
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Asthma and teenagers
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Better Health Channel
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Asthma affects about one in seven teenagers. Effective management of asthma can reduce its impact on study, sport and social activities.
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Feb 2007
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Options for self-management education for adults with asthma
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Guidelines for the treatment of asthma recommend that patients be educated about their condition, obtain regular medical review, monitor their condition at home with either peak flow or symptoms and use a written action plan. This is known to improve he...
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Mar 2002
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Sharing Health Care Initiative (SHCI)
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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| Description: |
Over the next four years the Sharing Health Care Initiative will expand the range and reach of quality evidence-based chronic disease interventions to support self-management in Australia.
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Dec 2007
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Tackling chronic disease: exploration of key research dimensions
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National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)
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A synopsis of a research workshop that was conducted to focus attention on tackling the burden of chronic disease in Australia, through both prevention and more effective management. The workshop was held in Melbourne on the 5th and 6th of July, 2001.
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Jan 2001
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Self Management of Chronic Conditions - Worth fighting for
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Consumers' Health Forum of Australia (CHF)
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Self management is an essential tool to improve the quality of life, confidence and even long-term prognosis of health consumers with chronic conditions. While it takes courage and determination to take the responsibility for self management, the rewards can be enormous.
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Apr 2008
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Arthritis: coping with your emotions
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myDr
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You've been diagnosed with arthritis and whether you were expecting it or not, it's devastating. Learning you have a chronic illness of any sort could send your emotions into a spiral of anger and depression.
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Jul 2006
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COPD: treatment and management
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myDr
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Although COPD cannot be cured, there are measures that can be taken that should relieve symptoms, slow the disorder's progression and prevent complications.
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Jun 2006
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Preventing foot ulcers
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Australian Prescriber
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Foot ulceration is an unfortunate complication of a number of chronic diseases, especially diabetes mellitus. Patients with peripheral neuropathy, foot deformity or peripheral vascular disease have an increased risk of developing foot ulcers.
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Aug 2008
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Written individualised management plans for asthma in children and adults
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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There is not enough evidence from trials to show that personalised, written self-management plans for asthma, as the sole intervention, improves health outcomes. The provision of clear written instructions to patients is good clinical practice. Due to...
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Oct 2003
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Interventions for skin changes caused by nerve damage in leprosy
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Three million persons are affected by nerve damage caused by leprosy (Hansen's disease) worldwide. Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. About 30% of people with leprosy develop nerve damage that can lead ...
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Jul 2008
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Blood glucose monitoring
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Blood glucose monitoring is recommended for all people with diabetes as it is a valuable diabetes management tool which can help to give you a sense of control and freedom. Regular testing of blood glucose levels (BGL) can reinforce your healthy lifestyle choices as well as inform you of your response to other factors.
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Mar 2008
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COPD information pack
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Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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Information pack on COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). COPD is a long-term lung disease that reduces airflow in and out of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe.
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Nov 2004
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Action plan for eczema and care plan for eczema
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Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
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The Eczema Action Plan and Eczema Care Plan aim to provide strategies to manage flare ups and to keep your or your child's skin in the best condition possible.
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Jun 2008
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Your guide to patient empowerment
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Patient empowerment simply means you acquire the knowledge to understand and take care of yourself. In other words - self manage your diabetes.
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Sep 2008
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Care delivery and self-management strategies for adults with epilepsy
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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This review compared the effectiveness of a range of interventions, including specialist nurses and management strategies, in improving outcomes for adults with epilepsy. Seven distinct intervention types were identified, with varying amounts of evidenc...
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Nov 2007
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Educational interventions for asthma in children
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Learning self-management strategies related to asthma prevention or attack management can help improve children's lung function and feelings of self-control, as well as reduce school absences and days of restricted activity and decrease emergency room u...
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Aug 2002
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