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Disease Self-Management

Disease Self-Management. Sharon Johnson M.S. Oregon State University Extension Service . “ The Silver Tsunami”. Increased life expectancy More older adults More chronic disease. More Chronic Disease…. 88% of people over sixty-five have one chronic condition Example :

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Disease Self-Management

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  1. Disease Self-Management Sharon Johnson M.S. Oregon State University Extension Service

  2. “The Silver Tsunami” • Increased life expectancy • More older adults • More chronic disease

  3. More Chronic Disease… • 88% of people over sixty-five have one chronic condition • Example: Diabetes present in one in five older adults

  4. Goal: Intervene to break the disease cycle Disease The Symptom Cycle

  5. Chronic Disease Self-Management What is it? • Constant modeling • Goal-setting • Active problem-solving • Action planning

  6. Information and ideas: Pain management Relaxation approaches Medication Management Nutrition Exercise Treatment evaluation “Disease self-management is common sense…”

  7. Disease Self-Management: Stanford University Approach • Structured 15-person six-week workshops • Peer instructors and peer support • Designed to enhance medical treatment

  8. What impact has it had? Benefits include: • Increased patient self-confidence • Improved health status • Reduced doctor visits and emergency room use

  9. More information: www.sohealthyoregon.org Register by calling: 541-664-2456 Classes available in Jackson and Josephine Counties on an on-going basis And its health and human service partners in the community Where do I sign up?

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