Chronic Disease Management

Chronic disease is one of Australia’s leading causes of illness, disability, and death. At Sunstate Family Practice & Skin Cancer Clinic, our patient-centred, proactive, collaborative, approach to chronic disease management health care gives our patients the chance to reduce their exposure and risk to chronic conditions.

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare identifies 8 major chronic diseases affecting Australians. They are:

1. Arthritis
2. Asthma
3. Back Pain
4. Cancer
5. Cardiovascular diseases
6. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
7. Diabetes
8. Mental Health conditions

Your GP and clinical care team are here to help you and your family stay healthy so you can lead long healthy active lives. To book an appointment for a general health assessment or to discuss any health concerns please contact the clinic.