Department of Health publishes new guidelines on long term conditions for employers and employees

17 November Oct 2011

As part of the Public Health Responsibility Deal, the Department of Health has published practical guides on chronic conditions for both employers and employees, which are available on the NHS Choices website, to help organisations support employees who are suffering with long term health conditions.

Long term conditions are conditions that cannot be cured but can be managed through medication and/or therapy. Examples of long term conditions include diabetes, asthma, coronary heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and mental health issues.

Research shows that people with long-term conditions find that getting back to work is often helpful to their recovery. Simple adjustments at work can make a big difference in helping the person to stay at work.

Download the guide to long term health conditions for employers here

Download the guide to long term health conditions for employees here

Take a look at these resources for employers on managing mental ill health at work.