Long Term Conditions

Smoking

Smoking can be something you want to stop. This page will help you stop. If you are unsure about it, take a look and note some of the benefits.

Diet

Diet affects all of us in our own unique way. Each person is different. This page offers tips and key points for you to stay healthy just by changing your diet, or managing it better.

Alcohol

Alcohol in small amounts can be beneficial to you, but are you aware of this amount? Do you know what one unit is, and how many your supposed to have per week? Take a look at this page for all that information, and more.

Keeping Active

Keeping active is important to everyone, no matter how old you are. Take a look at this page to find out the beneficial schemes and discounts you could help within Blaenau Gwent.

Managing Pain

You don't always have to suffer from pain. Read this handy page about managing your pain, and feel the benefits.

Useful Links

A range of links on various long term conditions. Links go to NHS Direct Wales, charities and organisations that specialise in help in a particular condition and many more.

Expert Patients Programme

A Self-help course for people living with a long-term health condition. The course is also beneficial for careers who care for someone with a long term health condition.