Managing Chronic Illness - An Authoritative New Zealand Guide to reclaim health and well-being

Veronica Latham has personal knowledge of chronic illness. She has been a health profession and a chronic illness sufferer, for over twenty years. Her unique perspective and experiences from both sides of the fence gives a highly powerful, extremely informative and practical approach to how cope with and improve health and wellbeing when you have a chronic illness. This book provides practical advice on steps you can take to reclaim your health and take control of your life again. Written for chronic illness sufferers, partners, caregivers, parents, family and friends. The book includes:- Questions to ask your doctor - How to have a chronic illness and be well -Managing your medication -Understanding and controlling pain -Tiredness and methods to improve energy levels -Psychological support and wellbeing -Caring for children with chronic illness -Find out about research and learning more about your condition Clear accessible charts also available on the book website for printable versions.