Links to Online Videos - AVideos A-Z

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)

Alcohol Abuse

• 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

• How to give your child nose drops. A short video from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (2008)

Alopecia

• 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)

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)
• Experiences of caring for someone with dementia. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who care for someone with dementia. From the DIPEx website. Short patient video

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)

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)
• 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)
• 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)

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)
• First steps. Cathy has suffered in silence with her eating disorder for fifteen years. She's now set up a self help group - called First Steps. She says for many people the first step to recovery is talking to someone about their problem. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (December 2005)

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 DIPEx 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)

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)

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)

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)
• 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)

Autism

• 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)