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Links to websites with more information about the care and management of Coronary Heart Disease
Patient-centered websites focusing on education and health promotion
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DIPEx.org
Personal experiences of health and illness: interactive and informal
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Hearts for Life
health education and promotion: patient-centered advice and reassurance
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Heartpoint Gallery
Another patient-centered website with interactive features promoting health education to facilitate better health
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Patient Health International
AstraZeneca site with excellent animations, allowing the patient to visualise the anatomy and physiology of their specific condition
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British Heart Foundation
The aim of the British Heart Foundation (BHF) is to play a leading role in the fight against heart disease so that it is no longer a major cause of disability and premature death.
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Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland aims to improve the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by chest, heart and stroke illness through medical research, advice and information, and support in the community.
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Weight Wise
The Weightwise website has been developed, and is managed by, the British Dietetic Association (BDA), and is an independent site, with unbiased, easy-to-follow hints and tips - based on the latest evidence - to help you manage your weight for good.
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Websites for health professionals
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SmartGroup
A forum for MCN Managers to exchange ideas and share resources. You need to be invited to join and register before you can access this site.
MELs (NHS Management Executive Letters) & HDLs (Scottish Executive Health Department Letters)
MELs and HDLs are circulated by the Scottish Executive Health Department to inform and guide NHS staff on current practice, research and policy.
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MEL(1999)10
Introduction of Managed Clinical Networks within the NHS in Scotland – the MEL sets out the core principles which should govern the introduction of Managed Clinical Networks in the NHS in Scotland.
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HDL(2002)69
Promoting the Development of Managed Clinical Networks in NHS Scotland – the HDL reiterates the Executive’s commitment to the concept of Managed Clinical Networks, sets out their advantages, re-states the core principles governing their development, indicates the key areas which have been clarified by experience to date (quality assurance, clinical governance, funding and workforce arrangements in particular), draws attention to the pump-priming assistance available from the Department and gives details of key contacts and documents.
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