Chronic patients to be screened for depression - The Times 28th October 2009 - The Diigo Meta page

• 29 Oct 09
  

  Kieran Lamb

  "People suffering from chronic conditions such as cancer, diabetes, respiratory problems and heart disease should be screened by GPs for depression, according to new NHS guidance.
  
  The recommendation has been made in response to concerns about high rates of depression among Britain’s 17 million sufferers of chronic illness, and a lack of awareness among NHS staff. "

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