Links to Online Videos - BVideos A-Z
Back Pain
- Back Pain. Suggested exercises (the video clips are at the bottom of the document) From ARC 2007.
- Back pain. We asked Philip Sell, consultant orthopaedic and spinal surgeon, what he would want to know if he was suffering from back pain. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
- Lumbar surgery. Around 50% of us experience back pain at some time in our lives. In many cases time is the best healer, but for some of us the pain doesn't go away and surgery is the only answer. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
- Sciatica. Dr Rob Hicks explains the causes, symptoms and treatment for different types of sciatica (pain radiating from the lower back along the legs and calves). Short video from NHS Choices (March 2009)
- Sciatica: Robert's story. Robert's sciatica caused him intense pain in his right leg. He describes how the condition affected his life and mobility and what treatment options were available to him. Short video from NHS Choices (June 2009)
Bad Breath
- Bad breath. The causes of bad breath, how to prevent it, and what to do if you already have it. Part of a series on embarrassing conditions. Short video from NHS Choices. (August 2008)
Baldness
- 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)
Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Skin cancer. Skin cancer expert Barry Powell explains what skin cancer is, the questions to ask if you're diagnosed and the treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
Bedwetting
- Bedwetting. Dr Rupal Shah explains the possible causes of bedwetting and gives advice about how to help your child. Short video from NHS Choices (March 2009)
Behaviour Disorders
- Behavioural Difficulties. Various videos of talks about behavioural difficulties and its management from experts. From DysTalk. (various dates)
Behaviour Problems In Children
- Behavioural Difficulties. Various videos of talks about behavioural difficulties and its management from experts. From DysTalk. (various dates)
Benign Brain Tumour
- 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)
Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar disorder. Professor John Geddes talks about the diagnosis and symptoms of bipolar disorder and the different treatments that may be offered. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2007)
Blepharitis
- Caring for your eyelids. How should I clean & care for my eyelids if I have an infection in them? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
Blindness And Partial Sight
- Corneal transplant. An opthhalmologist talks about the reasons for corneal transplant and what happens during and after surgery. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
- 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)
Blood Donation
- Blood donation. Around 7,000 people give blood ecery day. Find out why people choose to donate, how the process works, and what the blood is used for. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
- Blood donor. Helena, from Kent, had been thinking about giving blood for years but kept putting it off. Her boss suggested that it was time she took the plunge, but was it as bad as she feared? A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 2005)
- Blood donor. Rudolph has donated 41 pints of blood in 17 years. He explains why giving blood is important and how it is an easy way to help others. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2008)
- Blood transfusion. A haematologist describes the process of giving blood and the reasons why people may need a blood transfusion. She also explains how the blood is tested to reduce the risk of infection. Short video from NHS Choices (February 2009)
- Blood. Stephen arrives at the blood donor to clinic. It's the fifteenth time he's given blood. He sees it as recycling - it pleases him to think that it will be circulating in someone else within a few days. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 1998)
Blood Pressure
- How to lower your blood pressure. This film, made by VideoJug in association with the Blood Pressure Association, shows you how you can lower your blood pressure.
- How to take your own blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, self-checking can be a useful way of monitoring your progress as you attempt lower your blood pressure. This short film, made by VideoJug in conjunction with the Blood Pressure Association, will show you how to take your own blood pressure.
Blood Pressure (high)
- Experiences of hypertension. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of hypertension (high blood pressure) and of the various issues that affected them with this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
- How to lower your blood pressure. This film, made by VideoJug in association with the Blood Pressure Association, shows you how you can lower your blood pressure.
- How to take your own blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, self-checking can be a useful way of monitoring your progress as you attempt lower your blood pressure. This short film, made by VideoJug in conjunction with the Blood Pressure Association, will show you how to take your own blood pressure.
- Hypertension. High blood pressure has no symptoms, but if it's not treated it can damage the kidneys, heart and brain. Short video from NHS Choices (February 2009)
- 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)
- 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)
Blood Transfusion
- Blood donor. Helena, from Kent, had been thinking about giving blood for years but kept putting it off. Her boss suggested that it was time she took the plunge, but was it as bad as she feared? A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 2005)
- Blood transfusion. A haematologist describes the process of giving blood and the reasons why people may need a blood transfusion. She also explains how the blood is tested to reduce the risk of infection. Short video from NHS Choices (February 2009)
- Blood. Stephen arrives at the blood donor to clinic. It's the fifteenth time he's given blood. He sees it as recycling - it pleases him to think that it will be circulating in someone else within a few days. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 1998)
Bone Cancer
- Bone cancer. Robert Grimer, an orthopaedic surgeon, explains the two different types of bone cancer, the questions to ask if you're diagnosed and the treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone marrow transplant - registration. Dr Paul Travers, deputy director of research at the Anthony Nolan Trust, talks about aspects involved in becoming a bone marrow donor. A short video produced by VideoJug.
- Bone marrow transplant. Dr Paul Travers, deputy director of research at the Anthony Nolan Trust, talks about bone marrow transplant - what it is, who needs one, how it is done, etc. A short video produced by VideoJug.
- Organ donation. Calling organ donation "the gift of life" isn't just a cliche. Here donor families and recipients explain what it meant to them. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
Bowel Cancer
- Awareness. Helen is 45 and was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in July 2004. She wants to share the experience of her cancer journey and to raise awareness of bowel cancer and its symptoms. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (December 2004)
- Bowel cancer. Celia Ingham Clark, a consultant surgeon, explains who's most at risk of bowel cancer, the questions to ask if you're diagnosed and the treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
- Experiences of bowel cancer. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of bowel cancer and of the various issues that affected them with this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
- Experiences of screening for bowel cancer. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of bowel cancer screening and of the various issues that affected them with this procedure. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Bowel Cancer Screening
- Experiences of screening for bowel cancer. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of bowel cancer screening and of the various issues that affected them with this procedure. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Brain Tumour
- 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)
Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer expert. Consultant breast surgeon Clive Griffith talks about breast cancer, including symptoms to look out for, screening and treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
- Breast cancer real story. Emma Duncan, 33, talks about her experience of breast cancer including being diagnosed, her treatment and the importance of checking your breasts regularly. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
- Breast cancer screening. See what happens during a mammogram, and the benefits of mammography and ultrasound explained. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
- Experiences of breast cancer. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of breast cancer and of the various issues that affected them with this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
- Experiences of breast screening. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of breast screening and of the various issues that affected them with this procedure. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Breast Cancer Screening
- Breast cancer expert. Consultant breast surgeon Clive Griffith talks about breast cancer, including symptoms to look out for, screening and treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
- Breast cancer screening. See what happens during a mammogram, and the benefits of mammography and ultrasound explained. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
- Experiences of breast screening. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of breast screening and of the various issues that affected them with this procedure. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Breastfeeding
- Breast-feeding. An expert gives advice on breastfeeding techniques, and describes the health benefits for mother and baby. Short video from NHS Choices. (July 2008)
- Experiences of breastfeeding. Audio and video interviews of a number of women who present their experiences of breastfeeding and of the various issues that affected them relating to breastfeeding. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Bulimia Nervosa
- Bulimia nervosa. An expert explains bulimia 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)
- Female bulimia: real story. Liselle, 38, was bulimic for around 11 years, she talks about how she beat the disease and the health issues she still faces today. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
- Male bulimia: real story. Steve, 55, was bulimic for around 20 years. He talks about how he beat the disease and the health issues he still faces today. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 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)
Bullying
- Bullying. Many people experience bullying at some time in their life. You're not alone, and there is help available. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2008)
Bunion
- Bunions. If you have bunions, there are more than 120 different operations to choose from so it's vital to choose a skilled and experienced surgeon. An expert explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
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