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Self Management Programs

WEBWhat is Chronic Disease Self-Management? Chronic Disease Self-Management has a range of meanings but basically it refers to the range of health enhancing behaviours …

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research …

WEBFacts on the Condition. General description including types, causes, prevalence, signs and symptoms. ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) is a …

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Effects on the Individual – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research and

WEBEpilepsy and young people. Being ‘different from the other kids’ is something all students, whether well or ill, prefer to avoid. In adolescence, the need to fit in and be part of a …

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Thyroid Conditions

WEBGeneral description including types, causes, prevalence, signs and symptoms. What is the thyroid? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland situated in the front part of the …

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Diabetes – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research and Advocacy for …

WEBDiabetes is an endocrine disorder where the body is unable to use blood sugar (glucose). Type 1 diabetes usually occurs in childhood and young adulthood, although it can occur …

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Health Support Plan

WEBIn most cases, how the illness is managed on a day-to-day basis will affect the student’s health and general well-being. The most effective way to support the individual needs of …

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WEBA Guide to Online Peer Support. This guide is provided for people with diabetes seeking online peer support. The principles and framework will assist other organisations …

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Effects on the Individual – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research and

WEBThe Condition’s Effects on the Child / Young Person. Effects on the individual. In general, most people will experience increased fatigue (mental and physical) and some slowing …

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School Strategies

WEBBoth hypo- and hyperthyroidism can affect children quite markedly at school, in that they suffer from fatigue and behavioural problems. Fatigue (which can be extreme) is one of …

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Peer Support Network

WEBWhat is Chronic Illness Peer Support? Peer support is when people who are living with the same or similar illnesses share their time and experiences with each other to offer hope, …

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Acquired Brain Injury – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research and

WEBFacts on the Condition. General description including types, causes, prevalence, signs and symptoms. Acquired brain injury (ABI) is injury to the brain, which results in deterioration …

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School Strategies

WEBHere are some suggestions to help teachers make school a positive environment for students with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). Building relationships. As each student with CF is …

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School Strategies

WEBIntroduction. ME/CFS usually leads to a marked deterioration in the child’s school attendance and performance. As a result, children with ME/CFS often need special …

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School Strategies – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research and …

WEBEpilepsy Education for Students, School Staff and Community. A student or teacher faced with a young person having a seizure may experience fear, embarrassment and a …

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Effects on the Individual – Chronic Illness Alliance – Research and

WEBThe Condition’s Effects on the Child / Young Person. Effects on the individual . Cystic Fibrosis (CF) affects a person’s life in many ways and at times considerably challenges …

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Have You Experienced ‘Direct’ or ‘Indirect’ Discrimination, or …

WEBDiscrimination in relation to your disability or health condition must be ‘direct’ or ‘indirect’. Federal and state disability anti-discrimination laws define direct and indirect …

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Parkinson’s Victoria

WEBLiving with or caring for someone with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but you don’t have to feel alone. Peer support offers people the opportunity to learn more about living with …

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Can I Get a Centrelink Payment if I Have a Chronic Illness

WEBCan I get a Centrelink payment if I have a chronic illness? If you have a chronic illness or disability, you may be eligible for a Centrelink payment.

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Concession Cards, Mobility Allowance and Safety Nets

WEB$1,494.90 on medicines as a general patient, or; $378 on medicines if you are a concession card holder. When you reach the amount of the PBS Safety Net threshold and the …

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