Managing a chronic condition is challenging, but understanding your condition and how to manage it can increase your confidence to make changes toward improvement. These informational links are provided as a way for you to connect with resource options.  If you need to search for a local service provider, contact 211 or the Area Agency on Aging.

The National Institute of Health and Research Quality provides vast information on chronic conditions, including a guide on Next Steps After Your Diagnosis.

Arthritis

Arthritis is an inflammation of one or more joints which results in pain, swelling, stiffness, and limited movement. The Arthritis Foundation provides information on managing and hopefully improving Arthritis symptons.

Alzheimers/Dementia

The National Institute on Aging provides general information on Alzheimers/Dementia.  The Area Agency on Aging has more resource information as well as support for the Alzheimer Caregiver. Another resources is the ElderCareLink.

 Asthma

As an inflammatory disorder of the airys, asthma causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness and coughing.  Information on Astha can be found at the American Lung Association and check out the Idaho Asthma Prevention and Control Program.

Cancer

 Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the body. The American Cancer Society provides information on cancer types and recommended treatments. Additional information can be found at www.cancer.gov. www.womenshealth.gov 

Depression 

Learn about the many types of depression and treatments at the American Psychological Association and www.depression.com.

 

 Diabetes

Diabetes in a condition marked by high levels of sugar in the blood. Learn more about diabetes and treatment at the American Diabetes Association.

 Emphysema

Emphysema is a lung condition that limits the movement of air into and out of your lungs making it very difficult to breathe.  Find out more at the American Lung Assoication.

 

High Blood Pressure

Find information on the the risks of high blood pressure and how to manage at the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute and at the American Heart Association. 

Stroke

Information on recognizing the signs of a stroke and other information located at the National Stroke Association

 Heart Disease

Heart Disease is any disorder that affects the heart's ability to function normal. Please find out more at the American Heart Association and have some of your questions answered at   www.webmd.com/heartdisease.