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Disease Specific Information

Congestive Heart Failure…COPD…Diabetes….

Words like these are the last thing we want to hear from a physician when it concerns our health or the health of those we love. Being told we have a chronic disease can be scary. We wonder how it will affect us and our everyday activities. We worry about how to care for a parent or spouse diagnosed with a chronic disease.

How we can help you

Care managers are available to partner with you or your loved one to address these difficult challenges. Here are some of the ways we can help:

  • Provide information and resources about your chronic illness so you can make the best choices for your health
  • Assist with communication across medical professionals to ensure  coordinated, quality treatment
  • Help secure in-home medical, therapy, or personal aide services when they are needed
  • Help obtain medical supplies and equipment
  • Partner with your health care team to identify the best ways to manage your symptoms
  • Work with you to make your home safe and accessible
  • Connect you with community resources and support

Call a Professional Care Manager today

Learn more about your disease

Diabetes affects millions of Americans. It is quickly becoming one of the most commonly diagnosed health conditions. Here are some helpful websites on diabetes:

Congestive Heart Failure, also known as CHF, is caused when the heart isn’t able to pump and circulate blood to the body as effectively as it should. For more information about congestive heart failure, here is a helpful website:

COPD is the short way of saying Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It is caused by damage to the airways and lungs, making it difficult to breathe. To learn more about COPD:

Hypertension is a medical word for high blood pressure. High blood pressure puts us at risk for many other serious health conditions like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, or kidney failure. To learn more about high blood pressure, visit:

 

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