Prevention and Management of Chronic Disease

This theme aims to conduct research on the prevention and management of chronic disease within primary health care. It encompasses research, which focuses on specific chronic diseases especially diabetes, cardiovascular disease, asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The prevention of chronic disease is also a priority, particularly in relation to the SNAP risk factors: Smoking, Nutrition, Alcohol and Physical Activity.

Underlying this disease and prevention aspect is a focus on the organisation and capacity required to improve the quality of care in general practice for the conditions mentioned:

• information systems
• teamwork within primary care services
• linkages between primary care services and other services
• business and financial management