Exploring the experiences of GPs in establishing and operating the chronic disease management programme in clinical practice in Ireland. A qualitative study.

Background: The management of chronic diseases, in the context of an ageing population and increasing life expectancy, is one of the major challenges facing the Irish health system. In 2020, a chronic disease management programme [CDM] was introduced in Irish general practice as part of a transformation in health policy to meet the changing needs of the population.

Objectives: To explore GPs' experiences and perceptions of the impact of the introduction of CDM on general practice in Ireland.

An investigation into General Practitioners' experience with Long Covid.

Background: Long Covid (LC) is the continuation or development of new symptoms after initial COVID-19 infection. Little is known about General Practitioners' (GP) experience of managing patients with LC.

Aims: The aim of this study is to establish GP experiences with LC.