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Serious and chronic illness

Being diagnosed with a medical problem or learning that someone you know is sick can be a shock, especially if it's something serious. It's perfectly normal to feel frustrated, angry or resentful. Find out here how to get some support and ways to deal with the pressure.

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What to do after a diagnosis of chronic illness

Received a diagnosis of a chronic illness and struggling to cope? You’re not alone. This guide will help you figure out what to do next and how to find support.

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Living with a chronic illness

A diagnosis of a chronic illness can be difficult to cope with, and almost certainly means some major changes in your life.

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Living with chronic fatigue

If you think you might have chronic fatigue, you probably have a whole bunch of questions about how it could affect your life and what you can do about it.

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Living with chronic pain

Chronic pain is misunderstood, even by medical professionals. Read Sarah’s story of living with chronic pain & how she sees it as an obstacle, not a limitation.

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Chronic pain explained

If you are living with chronic pain, it’s important to know that it’s possible to live a full life while managing it. Read all about chronic pain in this guide.

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My dad has dementia

Read this story about how one young person learnt to accept her dad’s illness.

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Telling my friends I have epilepsy

A problem shared is a problem halved. You don’t have to bear the whole burden alone, as this story shows.

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