Track 6: Chronic Illness Management

Sub Topics:
Chronic Pain Management, Diabetes Management, Asthma Management, Hypertension Control, Chronic Kidney Disease, Cardiovascular Disease Management, Obesity and Weight Management, Autoimmune Diseases (e.g., Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus), Cancer Survivorship Care, HIV/AIDS Management, Mental Health and Chronic Illness, Medication Adherence, Palliative Care, Pediatric Chronic Illness, End-of-Life Care, Self-Management Strategies, Family Support in Chronic Illness, Long-Term Care Planning, Patient Education and Advocacy, Telemedicine in Chronic Illness Care.

What is Chronic Illness Management?

Chronic illness management involves a combination of medical treatment, lifestyle modifications, and support systems to manage diseases that are persistent and long-lasting. Chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and arthritis require long-term care and management strategies to control symptoms, improve health outcomes, and enhance patients' daily functioning.

Where is Chronic Illness Management Implemented?

Primary Care Settings: Regular monitoring by family doctors or general practitioners.

Specialist Care: For diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, etc., specialists such as endocrinologists, cardiologists, or rheumatologists are involved.

Home Health Care: Home visits by healthcare professionals (nurses, physiotherapists) to monitor health and provide treatments.

Community Health Centers: Support for patients with chronic conditions through community programs.

Hospitals: For inpatient care, if the chronic illness leads to complications requiring hospital admission.

How is Chronic Illness Managed?

Medical Treatment: Regular medication, surgical interventions (if needed), and hospital care.

Lifestyle Changes: Diet, exercise, and stress management play a key role in managing chronic illness.

Patient Education: Providing patients with knowledge about their condition, treatment options, and self-management strategies.

Support Systems: Family support, social workers, and mental health professionals help with emotional and psychological well-being.

Monitoring and Follow-ups: Regular check-ups, lab tests, and screenings to monitor the progression of the illness and adjust treatment as needed.