11/08/2026
If you haven't already completed the survey, it is open until the end of August π
Help Shape the Future of Care for People Living with Multiple Long-Term Conditions
CNet is currently carrying out a piece of work for the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) around shaping the future of care for people living with multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs). As part of this work, the James Lind Alliance is running a survey to identify the most important unanswered research questions around this subject. Many people live with more than one long-term health condition, which can affect daily life in all sorts of ways. What is not always known is what matters most to people about how care is organised and delivered. This survey aims to change that.
Who is it for? The survey welcomes responses from a wide range of people, including people living with more than one long-term health condition, family members, friends or unpaid carers, health and social care professionals, people working in charities or the voluntary sector or people involved in policy or commissioning. You do not need a diagnosis from a healthcare professional to take part.
What counts as a multiple long-term condition? This includes physical health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, asthma and cancer, as well as mental health conditions, learning disabilities, chronic pain, frailty, sensory impairments and alcohol or drug-related conditions. By "care", the survey covers health and social care services and support, including GP and hospital care, community services, social care and support at home.
Why does it matter? Your experiences will help identify the most important research questions about how health and social care services work for people with multiple conditions. The project is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). The team is particularly keen to hear from voices and communities that are often underrepresented in research.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ek49jnz, and share with any relevant contacts or networks.
Thank you π