Long Term Conditions

Information for patients about Long Term Conditions

Long-term conditions are those that cannot, at present, be cured, but people living with these conditions can be supported to maintain a good quality of life.

Many people might be living with more than one long-term condition.

We work with our patients to help them better manage chronic conditions such as:

· Asthma

· Cancer

· Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

· Chronic Obstruction Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

· Diabetes

· Osteoarthritis

· Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

· Stroke

· High Blood Pressure (also called Hypertension)

Support for living with a long-term condition

Living with a long-term health condition can be difficult, but there is support available to help you manage your physical and mental wellbeing.

We work with local organisations and services to provide you with the tools, knowledge, and care you need to maintain your independence and improve your quality of life.

How we can help
We can connect you with resources and strategies to help you:

Manage daily routines: Find practical ways to make everyday tasks easier.
Reduce stress and anxiety: Access support for the emotional impact of living with a health condition.
Manage pain: Learn techniques to cope with chronic pain.
Stay independent: Get advice on equipment, exercise, and lifestyle changes to help you stay active.

Community SWITCH
We work closely with Community SWITCH (Supporting Wellbeing Improving the Community’s Health). This service is designed to help you regain control over your life by looking at your health as a whole, not just your medical symptoms.

Find out how to access Community SWITCH support for long term conditions.

Blood Pressure at Home Service Update - July 2026

Crane Valley PCN has ended the BP@Home monitoring service, and we no longer use the Luscii app. We are sorry for any inconvenience this change causes.

Your ongoing care remains our priority. Checking your blood pressure at home is still one of the best ways to keep your heart healthy.

You can continue to check your numbers and send them to us online or in person.

Update on Asthma Care & "Blue" Inhalers - May 2026

You may have seen recent news stories regarding changes to how asthma is managed in the UK. We want to reassure our patients that we are fully up to date with the latest NICE guidelines!

What’s changing?

The latest advice suggests that relying heavily on "Blue" (Reliever) inhalers may not be the safest way to manage asthma. New "Combination" inhalers are now the preferred way to keep you safe and your lungs healthy.

What should you do?

Don't panic: Keep using your current inhalers as prescribed.
Wait for us: We are currently reviewing our asthma registers and will contact you for your next scheduled review to discuss if a change is right for you.

Still worried?

If you are using your blue inhaler more than 3 times a week, please book a routine appointment with our Asthma Nurse.