It can seem like your chronic health condition manages you, rather than you managing your condition. But it doesn't have to be that way. Research has shown that people who learn to manage their condition generally feel healthier. Knowing you're in control can impact your life and emotions. Additionally, a well-managed condition may help prevent long-term problems.

The Pathways program is designed to help people living with a wide range of chronic health conditions including diabetes, arthritis, lung and heart disease, cancer, obesity, fibromyalgia and more.

Helping you manage your health

HealthEast offers Pathways to Better Health workshops to teach people living with chronic conditions and their caregivers self-management skills.

To get you started, here are some online self-management resources:

• For people with chronic conditions and their caregivers
• For health care professionals