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The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is a six-week course, held for 2-1/2 hours each week, and is designed for individuals who have a chronic disease like asthma, arthritis, heart failure, diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease. Developed and evaluated by Stanford University, this program focuses on the day-to-day issues one has in living with a chronic condition.
Participants will develop the skills and the confidence necessary to coordinate all of the things needed to manage their health and chronic condition, as well as to help maintain an active and fulfilling life. This program does not replace any existing programs or treatment; however it may enhance a current treatment plan.
If you participate in the program, you can expect to improve your:
- Communication with your care team
- Confidence in your ability to manage your condition
- Understanding of relaxation techniques and their role in your care plan
- Desire to include exercise as part of your care plan
- Techniques are taught to help you deal with issues such as:
- Frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation
- Appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance
- Appropriate use of medications
- Communicating effectively with family, friends and health professionals
- Nutrition
- Goal setting
Each participant will receive a workbook, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions, and an audio relaxation tape, Time For Healing. Classes are held at various Cigna Medical Group locations at a variety of times.
For more information or to register, call 602.861.7260 or e-mail us at CIGNAHealthEducation@cigna.com.
Chronic lung disease is a group of conditions with similar characteristics. The conditions and symptoms often are treated in similar ways. Knowing more about your condition can help you improve your quality of life and help you feel better.
In the guide, Chronic Lung Disease Daily Management Plan, you will learn about your medications, the importance of diet and the symptoms that require immediate medical attention.
Please keep these documents and your medication list someplace where you and your family can easily access them.
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