Development of a national self management support framework for Ireland, for patients with Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Asthma and Diabetes

Carmel Mullaney,Orlaith O'Reilly,Geraldine Quinn

doi:10.5334/ijic.2724

Abstract

Development of a national self management support framework for Ireland, for patients with Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Asthma and Diabetes

Highlights

Carmel Mullaney, Orlaith O'Reilly, Geraldine Quinn. This presentation describes the approach taken in development of the Irish national framework for self management support for the major cardiovascular and respiratory diseases and diabetes, and early implementation issues
All health services except general practitioners (GPs) and practice nurses are provided by the health service executive (HSE)
Patient consultation carried out in 2012 on the subject of long term conditions management was reviewed to inform the development of this framework – support for self management; better provision of information; the voluntary sector as important partners emerged as themes

Summary

Introduction

Introduction: This presentation describes the approach taken in development of the Irish national framework for self management support for the major cardiovascular and respiratory diseases and diabetes, and early implementation issues. Reforms are based on integrating services, engaging patients to self care, and leveraging e-health technology Self management support is cited as a key component of the chronic care model, the least developed, and includes the provision of information, education and other supportive interventions to improve individuals’ confidence and skills in managing their health conditions.

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