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Abuse And Violence

  • Domestic violence. Two women describe their experiences of domestic abuse and how they found the strength and support to leave their situation. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2008)

Accident Prevention

  • Bike it. Watch how London primary schoolchildren learn about road safety and the many benefits of cycling to school. Short video from NHS Choices (June 2008)
  • Preventing accidents at home. Find out how to make your home childproof and prevent avoidable accidents. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Road accidents: taking risks. Nick learned about road safety the hard way: he tells how taking risks as a 'boy racer' changed his life forever. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2009)

Accidents

  • First aid: alcohol free wipes and plasters. How to use alcohol-free wipes on minor wounds and how to apply plasters. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • First aid: applying eyepads. When to use an eye pad, how to apply it, and when to seek professional help instead. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • First aid: crepe bandages. An expert explains what to use a crepe bandage for and shows how to apply it. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • First aid: sterile dressings. How to use a sterile dressing, and how much pressure to apply to the wound. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • First aid: triangular bandage. The triangular bandage is used for arm injuries. A guide to how to apply it. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • First aid: vinyl gloves. An expert explains under what circumstances vinyl gloves should be warn, their use and how to take them off properly. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Preventing accidents at home. Find out how to make your home childproof and prevent avoidable accidents. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Road accidents: taking risks. Nick learned about road safety the hard way: he tells how taking risks as a 'boy racer' changed his life forever. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2009)

Achilles Tendonitis

  • Tendonitis: an animation. Tendonitis is a painful condition caused by swollen or injured tendons in the body. This animation explains the condition in detail. Short video from NHS Choices (March 2010)

Acne

  • Acne. A nurse describes how acne develops, who is most affected by it and how it's treated. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2009)

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia

  • Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). Angela describes how she dealt with her two-year-old son's leukaemia diagnosis, and an expert explains the common symptoms and treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)

Addiction

  • Addiction. Leon never imagined he'd end up a drug addict - but now it's taken over his life and he's trying really hard to kick the habit. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (February 2008)
  • Alcoholism. Lani warns of the dangers of alcohol - She dropped out of two universities and almost lost her parents because of it. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 2003)
  • Cocaine. Even casual use of cocaine can soon lead to dependence. Two people describe how the drug nearly ruined their lives. Short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Turn up for life. Adam has been clean for several months after taking drugs for more than ten years. It's hard work when he's taken a complete change in lifestyle, but it's opened up a new life for him. He tells the story of the rise and fall and rise of a former addict. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (January 2005)

Agoraphobia

  • Agoraphobia. Adrian has battled with his agoraphobia for years. In a bid to beat it he turned to art and found painting was a way to escape the four walls that trapped him. His confidence has grown and Adrian has even been able to shown his work at a recent exhibition. He hopes he can continue growing in confidence and as an artist, as he comes to terms with his condition. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (May 2008)

Alcohol Abuse

  • Alcohol risks for over 60s. An expert explains alcohol's effects on the body and the risks of high alcohol consumption for older people. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)
  • Alcohol units: men. If men regularly exceed three to four units a day, it could add up to a serious health problem. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Alcohol units: women. If women regularly exceed two to three units a day, it could add up to a serious health problem. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Liver disease. Consultant hepatologist Mark Wright on the questions to ask and how not drinking alcohol can help. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)

Allergic Rhinitis

  • Hayfever. Hayfever is an allergy to pollen that affects around one in four people. An expert explains how it's diagnosed, symptoms and treatment. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • How to give your child nose drops. A short video from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (2008).

Allergies

  • Allergy Videos. A series of short patient videos from Allergy UK. Titles include: What is Allergy? Allergy Testing; Skin Prick Testing; Food Allergy & Food Intolerance - The Difference. (Various Dates)
  • Clinic Consultation: Egg Allergy. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
  • Should We Be Worried? - Allergies. Dr Christian discusses allergies: what they are, what their consequences are, and how they can be treated. First up for assessment are the common food allergies to nut, egg and shellfish. Dr Christian explains how these allergies affect the body, from the mild reactions, such as blotchy rashes, to the severe and fatal, such as anaphylactic shock, and how these reactions can be treated. Next up for discussion are other types of allergies, such as wasp and bee sting allergies, penicillin allergies and pollen allergies, or hayfever. From 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Alopecia

  • Alopecia. Alopecia affects hair growth and can lead to permanent hair loss. A dermatologist explains the causes, progression and treatment options. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Alopecia: real story. Claire, 32, first started losing her hair when she was 11. She describes how she has coped with alopecia and hasn't let it stop her doing the things she loves. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Alopecia Areata

  • Alopecia. Alopecia affects hair growth and can lead to permanent hair loss. A dermatologist explains the causes, progression and treatment options. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Clinic Consultation: Alopecia. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Alport's Syndrome

  • Disfigurements. People often aren't sure how to behave when they see someone with a disfigurement. Leo, who was burned in a fire, and a family of a child who has Apert's syndrome, a disfiguring condition, share their views. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2008)

Alzheimer's Disease

  • Alzheimer's real story. Stan has had Alzheimer's disease for 10 years. He is cared for by his wife Denise, who helped set up the Maidstone branch of the Alzheimer's Society and runs the helpline. Last year, she was awarded an MBE for services to her local community. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Early onset dementia. John and his wife Shirley describe how they've adapted their lives since John showed early signs of dementia. An expert explains the value of early diagnosis and planning for a future with dementia. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
  • Experiences of caring for someone with dementia. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who care for someone with dementia. From the Healthtalkonline website.
  • Living with dementia. Advice for people with dementia or who are caring for someone with dementia. An early diagnosis, positive attitude and living as full a life as possible can all help you cope. Short video from NHS Choices (July 2009)

Amblyopia

  • Childhood squint. A father describes how his four-year-old daughter was diagnosed with a squint and the operation and subsequent treatment that has cured it. A short video from NHS Choices. (March 2009)
  • Sight tests for children. When children need eye tests, what the test involves and why it's important. Short video from NHS Choices. (May 2008)

Amputation

  • Leg amputation: real story. Colin, 52, explains why he had his leg amputated and shows that losing a leg needn't stop you from leading an active life. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)

Anaesthesia And Anaesthetics

  • Anaesthesia. An anaesthetist, explains the different types of anaesthetic, the complications involved, and what happens to you after surgery. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2008)

Anal Fissure

Anal Itch

Anaphylaxis

  • Allergy Videos. A series of short patient videos from Allergy UK. Titles include: What is Allergy? Allergy Testing; Skin Prick Testing; Food Allergy & Food Intolerance - The Difference. (Various Dates)
  • Clinic Consultation: Egg Allergy. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
  • Should We Be Worried? - Allergies. Dr Christian discusses allergies: what they are, what their consequences are, and how they can be treated. First up for assessment are the common food allergies to nut, egg and shellfish. Dr Christian explains how these allergies affect the body, from the mild reactions, such as blotchy rashes, to the severe and fatal, such as anaphylactic shock, and how these reactions can be treated. Next up for discussion are other types of allergies, such as wasp and bee sting allergies, penicillin allergies and pollen allergies, or hayfever. From 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Aneurysm

  • AAA. An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a widening of the aorta, the main artery that runs from the heart to the abdomen. A large aneurysm can sometimes run the risk of rupture, which will need operating on. Professor Bruce Campbell explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Aneurysm real story. When Peter, 72, had a CT scan for a kidney stone, hospital staff discovered he had a more serious problem: an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)

Aneurysm Of Aorta

  • AAA. An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a widening of the aorta, the main artery that runs from the heart to the abdomen. A large aneurysm can sometimes run the risk of rupture, which will need operating on. Professor Bruce Campbell explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Aneurysm real story. When Peter, 72, had a CT scan for a kidney stone, hospital staff discovered he had a more serious problem: an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)

Anger

  • Cooling down. As a mental health worker, Sandra is confronted with emotions like anger on a daily basis, but it wasn't until she took an anger management course that she realised she had her own anger issues to deal with. She's now learnt methods that help her stay calm in the face of situations that once stirred up strong feelings of rage and annoyance. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (May 2008)

Angina

  • 10,000 steps. Walking 10,000 steps a day can improve your health, build stamina and burn excess calories. As office worker Kate discovers, it's easier than you might think. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Angina. A consultant cardiologist explains angina, a syndrome caused by a restriction in the supply of oxygen-rich blood to the heart. He explains the risks, symptoms and treatment, and who is most likely to develop angina. Short video from NHS Choices.
  • CHD. Coronary heart disease (CHD) causes heart attacks and is the UK's biggest killer, causing around four out of every 10 deaths. But there's life after a heart attack, and plenty you can do to avoid having one. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Christmas shopping. Walking an extra 3,000 steps a day can improve your fitness. Can Kate from London clock up 3,000 just by doing her Christmas shopping? A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
  • Coronary angioplasty. Every year, 70,000 coronary angioplastys are carried out in the UK. If you have angina or have had a heart attack, your doctor may suggest the procedure. Dr Stephen Brecker explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Heart bypass real story. Alec Keep, 66, a chauffeur from Bedfordshire, had a heart bypass in March 2007 in Papworth Hospital, after having two heart attacks. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Heart bypass. The symptoms of heart disease can't always be controlled with medication alone. Surgery is often necessary to open, replace or repair arteries and valves that are blocked or damaged. Heart surgeon Samer Nashef explains what's involved. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Heart bypass: animation. This animation explains how a coronary artery bypass, a surgical procedure, is performed and why it would be needed. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)
  • Moving to music over 60. Moving to music is beneficial to both physical and mental health. It is an especially good way of staying fit and well for the over 60s. Arlene Phillips helps to explain why. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Staying active over 60. As we get older exercise is incredibly important to our overall health. Active older people talk about how physical activity has enhanced their lives and experts give their advice. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Walking with Sir Muir Gray. Walking is the single most effective exercise for our health but many of us can't find the time to do it. Professor Sir Muir Gray offers practical advice on how to fit it into our daily lives. Short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)

Angioplasty

  • Coronary angioplasty. Every year, 70,000 coronary angioplastys are carried out in the UK. If you have angina or have had a heart attack, your doctor may suggest the procedure. Dr Stephen Brecker explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Ankle Sprain

Ankylosing Spondylitis

  • Ankylosing spondylitis. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects parts of the spine. In this video, an expert describes the long-term effects of the condition, its most common symptoms and the different treatments available. Short video from NHS Choices.

Anorexia Nervosa

  • Anorexia nervosa. An expert explains anorexia nervosa, including how to spot the symptoms and how the eating disorder impacts on a person's life. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
  • Anorexia real story. Katie, now 21, had anorexia from the age of 14 to 19. She shares her experiences of life with anorexia and explains how she recovered. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Anorexia. In her early twenties - Isabelle suffered from anorexia. It was a real shock to her because she thought it was something that only happened to teenagers. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (January 2004)
  • Eating disorders: friends. Friends and families often feel helpless when they discover that a loved one has an eating disorder. Find out how you can offer support and maintain a relationship with them. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Eating disorders: teenagers. Teenage girls give insights into how eating disorders affected their lives. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Male anorexia. David, 23, had anorexia between the ages of 17 and 21. He talks about life with anorexia and how he found the help to recover from it. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)
  • Talking therapies. Dr Stephen Pilling, a consultant clinical psychologist, describes the different talking therapies that can help people overcome a range of problems, from depression to stress. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2009)

Antenatal Care

  • Screening for sickle cell and beta thalassaemia. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of antenatal and newborn screening for sickle cell, beta thalassaemia and other haemoglobin variants. From the Healthtalkonline website.

Anti-cancer Drugs

  • Chemotherapy. A consultant medical oncologist explains the chemotherapy process and patients talk about their own experiences of the treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
  • Coping with cancer. People who have been through cancer treatment talk about what kept them going and the practicalities of treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2007)

Anxiety

  • Anxiety. Consultant psychiatrist Lynne Drummond explains the symptoms of anxiety, why it becomes a problem for some people, and the psychological and drug treatments for it. A short video from NHS Choices. (March 2009)
  • CBT expert. A cognitive behaviour therapy expert explains how this psychological treatment works and who could benefit from it. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Deep breathing exercises for relaxation. This video is for adults who want to learn more about deep breathing exercises. Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
  • Panic disorder. A doctor describes the symptoms of panic disorder, the treatments available, and what to do if someone you know has a panic attack. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
  • Phobias. Fear or phobia? Find out the difference between the two and the treatment options that can help you overcome them. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
  • Simple relaxation exercises. This video is for adults who want to learn more about simple relaxation exercises. Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
  • Social anxiety. Jo has had social anxiety since her childhood. In this video, she describes how she went through childhood and adolescence accompanied by constant worries and fears and how this affected her ability to take part in social activities or form relationships. Find out what helped her to manage her anxiety as an adult. Short video from NHS Choices.
  • Talking therapies. Dr Stephen Pilling, a consultant clinical psychologist, describes the different talking therapies that can help people overcome a range of problems, from depression to stress. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2009)

Aortic Aneurysm

  • AAA. An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a widening of the aorta, the main artery that runs from the heart to the abdomen. A large aneurysm can sometimes run the risk of rupture, which will need operating on. Professor Bruce Campbell explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Aneurysm real story. When Peter, 72, had a CT scan for a kidney stone, hospital staff discovered he had a more serious problem: an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)

Aortic Regurgitation

  • Aortic valve real story. Mike Tennant, 73, explains what happened after he was told he needed his aortic valve repaired, and what life is like since the operation. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Aortic valve replacement. Around 8,000 aortic valve replacements are done in the UK each year. The operation is the second most common type of heart surgery performed and, with our increasingly ageing population, this number will grow. Professor David Taggart explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Aortic Stenosis

  • Aortic valve real story. Mike Tennant, 73, explains what happened after he was told he needed his aortic valve repaired, and what life is like since the operation. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Aortic valve replacement. Around 8,000 aortic valve replacements are done in the UK each year. The operation is the second most common type of heart surgery performed and, with our increasingly ageing population, this number will grow. Professor David Taggart explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Aortic Valve Disease

  • Aortic valve real story. Mike Tennant, 73, explains what happened after he was told he needed his aortic valve repaired, and what life is like since the operation. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Aortic valve replacement. Around 8,000 aortic valve replacements are done in the UK each year. The operation is the second most common type of heart surgery performed and, with our increasingly ageing population, this number will grow. Professor David Taggart explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Appendicitis

  • Appendicitis animation. This animation explains the causes and treatment of appendicitis. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2009)

Arrhythmias

  • Pacemaker animation. Pacemaker implantation involves surgically placing an electrical device into the chest to help your heart beat normally. This animation explains what causes an irregular heartbeat and how a pacemaker can correct it. Short video from NHS Choices.

Arthritis

  • Arthritis and exercise. Should I exercise if I have arthritis? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
  • Arthritis in back. What exercises can I do for arthritis in my back? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
  • Arthritis in hands, wrists and forearms. What exercises can I do for arthritis in my hands, wrists and forearms? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
  • Arthritis in knees. What exercises can I do for arthritis in my knees? Short video by Bupa (January 2009)
  • Arthritis in shoulders. What exercises can I do for arthritis in my shoulders? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis. A rheumatologist describes the effects of rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory disease of the joints, its most common symptoms and the treatment options available. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)

Arthroscopy

  • Arthroscopy. Knee problems are common at any age and an arthroscopy can be a safe and effective procedure for diagnosing and treating them. Orthopaedic surgeon Mr Lawrence Freedman explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Asperger Syndrome

Asthma

  • Asthma in children. Professor John Price explains the causes, symptoms and treatments of asthma in children, and how the condition can affect them. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2007)
  • Asthma. Around one in 10 children in the UK have asthma. Find out what triggers it, the treatment options, and how your child can be active despite having asthma. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
  • Asthma. Professor Peter Barnes from the National Heart and Lung Institute at Imperial College, London, explains what he would want to know if he was diagnosed with asthma. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Asthma: an animation. Asthma is a chronic condition that can be managed but not cured. This animation explains asthma in detail. Short video from NHS Choices (March 2010)
  • Asthma: inhaler techniques. The symptoms of childhood asthma, how it can be treated, and which inhaler is right for children. Short video from NHS Choices (June 2008)
  • Child asthma: real story. Tashaurn, his mum and his nurse talk about living with child asthma. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • How to help your child use an inhaler. A short video from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (2008)

Astrocytoma

  • Brain tumour. Consultant oncologist David Levy explains the difference between benign and malignant brain tumours and the treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)

Atrial Septal Defect

  • Hole in the heart. Scott and Lucy talk about how their daughter Lola was diagnosed with ASD (atrial septal defect), a hole in the heart located between the left and right heart chambers. They describe how they coped with the diagnosis and treatment, how they explained to Lola that she needed an operation and where they found support. Short video from NHS Choices.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  • ADHD. Various videos of talks about ADHD and its management from experts. From DysTalk. (various dates)
  • Children with ADHD. A psychiatrist explains how ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) affects children's behaviour and the treatments available. See also how parents Paul and Helen manage their son's ADHD. Short video from NHS Choices (February 2009)

Autism

  • Asperger syndrome: real story. Robyn was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome, a form of autism, when she was a teenager. She describes how it affects her physically and socially and how she learned to cope with it. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2008)
  • Autism and public transport. This film enacts the morning journey to work for a person with autism, to show the difficulties that can be experienced. Made by the National Autistic Society for the Think Differently campaign to help people understand autism. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Autism. Christine son, Curt, is autistic. She feels too many people have misconceptions about his condition, some even suggest all he needs is a good smack. Other people views have changed Christines outlook and she hopes there is a future for Curt. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 2004)
  • Autism: coping with an emergency. A short film enacting an emergency situation, showing how stressful it can be for a person with autism. Produced by The National Autism Society to help people understand more about autism. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Autism: real story. Daniel and his family talk about how cycling has helped them all to cope with autism. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Autism: social situations. This film enacts how someone with autism can struggle to understand the rules of conversation, making social situations difficult. Produced by The National Autistic Society to help people understand more about autism. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)
  • Experiences of life on the autism spectrum (autism and Asperger's syndrome). Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences and the various issues that affected them. From the Healthtalkonline website.
  • Experiences of parents of children on the autistic spectrum (autism and Asperger's syndrome). Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences and the various issues that affected them. From the Healthtalkonline website.
  • Living with Autism. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
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