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Chronic disease management a compendium of information

In this compendium we have brought together much of the evidence about chronic disease from the UK and around the world. We hope it will support people who provide care for those who suffer from chronic diseases, and inform those that commission and manage the services that provide care for people with chronic diseases.

In particular, we think there are important messages for the commissioners of care, Primary Care Trusts, and we would encourage PCT Directors and Boards to read this compendium. Further, those who provide care (general practices, community care, hospitals and social care) can all learn how to build on their strengths.

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