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Deafness

Deafness: Susan's story. Susan is a community mental health nurse helping deaf people with mental illnesses. She talks about how attitudes to deafness have changed and says deafness needn't stop you from having a successful career. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2009)
Hearing loss: Millie's story. Millie's hearing started deteriorating when she was a child. She talks about learning to cope with the hearing loss and shows that it hasn't stopped her doing what she wants to in life, including dancing.
Hearing loss: Paul's story. Paul was diagnosed with progressive hearing loss at the age of 33. Despite this, he continues to be successful in his job and was awarded Council Worker of the Year in 2007. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2009)

Death

End of life care. An expert explains what end of life care provides, and a family shares their experience of end of life care for their wife and mother. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
Neonatal death. An expert discusses neonatal death - when a baby dies within 28 days of being born. David and Leigh's twins Kristina and Lucy were born prematurely at 25 weeks and died aged 17 and 21 days. They describe how they grieved and coped in their own way. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2009)

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Compression stockings. How should I put on compression stockings when I'm in hospital for treatment? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT (deep vein thrombosis) occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein. A doctor explains the risks, what triggers it, the symptoms and how it's treated. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)

Dementia

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)

Dental Abscess

Dental abscess: an animation. This animation explains in detail what a dental abscess is, why it occurs and how it can be treated. Short video from NHS Choices. (March 2010)

Dental Caries

How to look after your teeth. An expert explains how looking after your teeth from an early age can help prevent painful dental problems, such as abscesses, from developing. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
Tooth decay. An expert explains how too much sugar and bad oral hygiene can lead to tooth decay. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Dental Problems

Dental abscess: an animation. This animation explains in detail what a dental abscess is, why it occurs and how it can be treated. Short video from NHS Choices. (March 2010)
Gum disease. An expert explains how gum disease develops and how good oral hygiene can prevent it. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
How to look after your teeth. An expert explains how looking after your teeth from an early age can help prevent painful dental problems, such as abscesses, from developing. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2007)
Tooth decay. An expert explains how too much sugar and bad oral hygiene can lead to tooth decay. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
Wisdom teeth. A Consultant Oral and Maxiliofacial Surgeon explains why people have problems with their wisdom teeth, the treatments available and the important things to ask before treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)

Depression

Beating the blues. Len admitted himself into Hospital on the Isle of Wight after several episodes of depression. He found that anti-depressants helped him get to a point where he could undertake counselling. This allowed him to feel reasonably well but he believes it's the regular exercise in the form of swimming that helps keep him well. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (March 2008)
Bipolar disorder: Rod's story. Rod was diagnosed with bipolar in 1987. He describes how his symptoms got worse and led to his diagnosis, the treatments offered to him and how he copes today. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 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)
CBT: Laurie's story. Laurie's depression started when his son died and eventually meant he had to resign from his job. Cognitive behavioural therapy helped him to cope with day-to-day life. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2009)
Clinical depression: Lawrence's story. Lawrence has depression. He explains how easy it was to ignore the symptoms, despite being a psychiatric nurse, and the problem this caused in his working life. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
Depression real story. Vanessa Phillips from Hertfordshire had always been strong and always willing to help others. When the 49-year-old had a breakdown, her friends didn't know she was the one who needed help. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
Depression. An expert explains the difference between simply having a bad day and being depressed. He also describes the levels of depression, early warning signs and the treatments available. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2009)
Depression. Mixed depression and anxiety is the most common mental disorder in Britain, affecting an estimated 9% of the population. Physchiatrist Dr Cosmo Hallstrom explains what he would want to know if he was diagnosed with depression. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
Experiences of depression. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of depression and of the various issues that affected them with this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
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)

Dermatitis

Eczema real story. A mother of a child with eczema gives her account of what it is like dealing with eczema. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
Eczema. Atopic eczema is the most common type of eczema, affecting around one in 12 adults and one in five children in the UK. Dr Dawn Harper talks about how to make life easier when living with the condition. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Developmental Dysplasia Of Hip

In Detail: Hip Dysplasia. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Diabetes

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)
Children with diabetes. Parents describe how they deal with a diabetic child including daily routines such as insulin injections and how children can life live to the full. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
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)
Diabetes and eyesight. A consultant ophthalmologist describes how diabetes can affect your vision and the possible treatments. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)
Diabetes blood test, The way blood sugar levels (HbA1c) for people with diabetes are reported will change on June 1 2009. An expert explains what the blood test is used for and why the reporting system is changing. Short video from NHS Choices. (May 2009)
Diabetes real story. When Bonnie Estridge's daughter was diagnosed with type 1 (insulin dependent) diabetes 16 years ago, just before her seventh birthday, she and her husband were shocked. She talks about how the family coped. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
Diabetes risk in Asians. Asians are more likely to get diabetes. An expert explains simple dietary changes that can reduce your risk, and makes healthy versions of rice pudding and samosas. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2008)
Diabetes. More than two million people in the UK live with diabetes and another 75,000 have diabetes but don't know it. It can seriously damage your health if not treated properly. A diabetes expert advises you on living with diabetes. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
Diabetic retinopathy: Tim's story. Watch Tim's story and find out about how he was diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy, and the treatment options available. Short video from NHS Choices.
Double transplant real story. Former diabetic Ivy Ashworth-Crees talks about how much better her life is since her double kidney and pancreas transplant. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
Double transplant. Transplant and endocrine surgeon Titus Augustine explains why the kidneys fail and what a double transplant involves, particularly for people with diabetes. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
Experiences of type 1 diabetes in young people. Audio and video interviews of a number of young people about their experiences of type 1 diabetes. From the Youthhealthonline website.
Experiences of type 2 diabetes. Audio and video interviews of a number of people about their experiences of this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Gestational diabetes. Cathy Moulton, a Diabetes UK care adviser, explains how gestational diabetes affects pregnant women. Kimberley, who was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, talks about the symptoms she experienced and how she dealt with the condition. Short video from NHS Choices.
How much is five a day? Most of us know we should be eating five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but just how much is one portion? Dietitian Azmina Govindji explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 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)
Teenage diabetes: real story. Chandler Bennet was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2004. She talks about how the condition has affected her life and the lives of those around her. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
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)

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetes and eyesight. A consultant ophthalmologist describes how diabetes can affect your vision and the possible treatments. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)
Diabetic retinopathy: Tim's story. Watch Tim's story and find out about how he was diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy, and the treatment options available. Short video from NHS Choices.

Dialysis

Dialysis: real story. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)
Home haemodialysis. Dialysis patient Heather describes home haemodialysis and how it helped her control her condition. With general information on qualifying to use a dialysis machine at home. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
Kidney dialysis. A kidney transplant is not suitable for everyone, and lifelong dialysis may be the only option. Head chef Matthew talks about how he juggles his professional and personal life with regular dialysis.
Kidney disease: dialysis. Information from NHS Kidney Care on when dialysis is needed. With a kidney disease patient talking about his experience of dialysis. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)

Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea. Dr Rupal Shah explains the most common causes of diarrhoea and the effects it can have on your body. Short video from NHS Choices (June 2009)
Should We Be Worried? - Stomach Complaints. Stomach complaints and nausea, both mild and serious, are Dr Christian's big topics in this video. Discussing the causes of constipation, diarrhoea and vomiting, such as infections of the stomach and bowels, like the rotavirus, to additional symptoms such as abdominal pain and a fever, to ways to prevent catching it, such as washing your hands regularly, to treatment such as rehydration. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Diarrhoea And Vomiting Due To Gastroenteritis

Should We Be Worried? - Stomach Complaints. Stomach complaints and nausea, both mild and serious, are Dr Christian's big topics in this video. Discussing the causes of constipation, diarrhoea and vomiting, such as infections of the stomach and bowels, like the rotavirus, to additional symptoms such as abdominal pain and a fever, to ways to prevent catching it, such as washing your hands regularly, to treatment such as rehydration. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Disability

Children with disability. Dr Sheila Shribman talks about how parents and health professionals can work together to support children with disability. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2007)
Disability. Various short videos about different causes and aspects of disability - From the BBC's Video Nation. Various dates.
Exercise and disability. People living with disability talk about how they exercise and how it improves their lives. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
How to keep fit with a disability. Keeping fit with a disability is easier than you may think. Fitness instructor Mike Lee explains why exercise is important to help prevent obesity and cardiovascular disease. Short video from NHS Choices.
Living with a disability. Tim, Celia, Kate and Peter share their stories and describe how they found their own way to cope with their disability. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2007)

Disfigurement

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)

Domestic 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)

Drug Abuse

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)
Cannabis: real stories. Smoking cannabis can lead to cannabis psychosis, causing you to lose touch with reality. Two men describe how it happened to them. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
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)
Saying no to drugs. Would you say no to drugs? Find out what choices teenagers Taz and Mike made, and how their lives were affected. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2008)
Substance abuse. Nicolette's 14-year-old son Steven died from solvent abuse. Listen to her story and find out how to help prevent solvent abuse at home. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 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)

Drug 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)
Cannabis: real stories. Smoking cannabis can lead to cannabis psychosis, causing you to lose touch with reality. Two men describe how it happened to them. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
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)

Dtp Immunisation

Experiences of immunisation. Audio and video interviews of a number of parents who present their experiences of immunising their children. From the Healthtalkonline website.

Duodenal Ulcer

Endoscopy. A surgeon describes what an endoscopy is, what happens during the procedure, and how you can prepare yourself for it. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
Peptic ulcer. A peptic ulcer is a painful condition that affects as many as one in eight people in the UK. But sufferers don't have to put up with the discomfort. There are now effective ways of getting rid of ulcers. Dr John Bennett explains. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Dyscalculia

Dyscalculia. Various videos of talks about Dyscalculia and its management from experts. From DysTalk. (various dates)

Dyslexia

Dyslexia. She can barely read or write but that hasn't stopped Ana graduating college. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (March 2006)
Dyslexia. Various videos of talks about dyslexia and its management from experts. From DysTalk. (various dates)
Dyslexia. While at university, Daniel was diagnosed with dyslexia, a condition that makes it difficult to process written information. He and an expert discuss symptoms, causes and treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2009)
Parenting. Various videos of talks by experts about various aspects of parenting. Particularly in relation to a child's education and learning. From DysTalk. (various dates)

Dysmenorrhoea

Menstrual cycle: animation. This animation explains in detail how the menstrual cycle works. Short video animation from NHS Choices. (May 2009)

Dyspepsia

Endoscopy. A surgeon describes what an endoscopy is, what happens during the procedure, and how you can prepare yourself for it. A short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)

Dyspraxia And Apraxia

Acquired dyspraxia. Dom's traffic accident caused severe head injuries and he was in a coma for several months. As a result, he was diagnosed with dyspraxia, a disorder that affects movement and co-ordination. Dom describes the physical and mental effects of dyspraxia and how he adapted to everyday life. Short video from NHS Choices.
Childhood dyspraxia: James's story. James was diagnosed in 2005 with dyspraxia, a disability that can affect movement and coordination. His mother describes James's symptoms and the methods used to improve his condition. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
Dyspraxia. Various videos of talks about dyspraxia and its management from experts. From DysTalk. (various dates)
Parenting. Various videos of talks by experts about various aspects of parenting. Particularly in relation to a child's education and learning. From DysTalk. (various dates)

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