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The Journal of Nursing and Healthcare of Chronic Illness is an international peer-reviewed journal for nurses and health care professionals who care for people with chronic illness and research in this area. Chronic diseases and illness are usually of slow progression and long duration. The prevalence of chronic illness is increasing worldwide, hence it is imperative through research that we understand risk factors, evaluate the effectiveness of nursing care and determine the best care strategies.

news release describing a chronic medication service

Provides information, support and practical advice for people who are affected by ME/CFS/PVFS (Myalgic Encephalopathy/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome), their families and carers. Also funds and support research, and offers education and training.

Can we access this electronically? Does not seem to be available via catalogue or Knowledge Network

Yes. Is on the Library catalogue. http://libcat.stir.ac.uk/search/t?SEARCH=chronic+illness&SORT=D&searchscope=3

NHS QIS have considered the effective provision of information from healthcare professionals to patients and their carers, on all aspects of the patient's health condition and its management.

Very good source of quality health information including chronic diseases.

National clinical guideline for diagnosis and management in primary and secondary care

Alot of information in this site, with related topics covered too.