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Long term conditions

Reading Well for long term conditions provides information and support for people living with a long term health condition and their carers.

The booklist covers general advice and information about living with a long term condition, common symptoms and titles focused on specific conditions such as arthritis, bowel conditions, diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

The books have all been recommended by people with lived experience of long term conditions and health professionals, and are available to borrow for free from public libraries.

Selected titles are also available to borrow as e-books and audiobooks. Visit your local library website to find out how to join the library and access books electronically.

Browse the books on the list below or download a full overview of the titles here.


General


Pain


Sleep problems


Mental health and wellbeing


Arthritis


Bowel conditions


Breathing difficulties


Diabetes


Heart disease


Stroke


Support for relatives and carers

Urgent help