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  1. Chronic illness

    A chronic or long term illness means the person has to adjust to the demands of the illness and the therapy used to treat the condition.

  2. Chronic or degenerative conditions

    Find some of the more common degenerative conditions that lead to limited mobility or motor control.

  3. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)

    Myalgic encephalomyelitis, commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome, can affect people of any age, including children.

  4. Managing long-term illness and chronic conditions

    Chronic condition management includes positive lifestyle factors like a healthy diet, regular exercise, good sleep and social support.

  5. Lung conditions - chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is the collective term for a number of lung diseases that prevent proper breathing.

  6. Know your limits. Tips for active with chronic illness or recurring injuries

    If you have a chronic illness or recurring injuries see your doctor before starting any new exercise program. Here's a few tips for exercising and knowing your limits.

  7. Extreme heat

    Know the effects of extreme heat, who is at risk and how you can prepare yourself and others.

  8. Epididymitis

    Epididymitis is an infection causing inflammation of the epididymis. All about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications, chronic epididymitis and where to get help.

  9. Wounds - how to care for them

    Chronic wounds are more likely to heal if they are treated with moist rather than dry dressings.

  10. Kidney disease

    Exercise, a balanced diet and not smoking will help to keep your kidneys working well.

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