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Ear Infection

  • Should We Be Worried? - ENT Infections. Children are particularly susceptible to ear, nose and throat infections; which Dr Christian here discusses in detail. Starting off with the virus that causes the cold, before moving on to discuss the seasonal flu, throat infections, tonsillitis, glandular fever, problems with the adenoid glands, bronchitis, sinusitis, and finally middle ear infections. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Eating Disorders

  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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 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)
  • 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)

Eczema

  • 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)

Education

Elastic Hosiery

  • Compression stockings. How should I put on compression stockings when I'm in hospital for treatment? Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)

Emergency Medicine

  • 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)

Endometriosis

  • Endometriosis. Endometriosis is a common condition in which small pieces of the womb lining are found outside the womb. Find out what the symptoms and treatment options are, who is affected by it and how to cope with the pain. Short video from NHS Choices.

Endoscopy

  • Colonoscopy. A colorectal surgeon explains what happens during a colonoscopy, a procedure which examines the large bowel, the colon or the rectum. Short video from NHS Choices. (July 2008)
  • 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)

Enuresis

  • 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)
  • Clinic Consultation: Bed-wetting. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
  • Should We Be Worried? - Behavioural Problems. From hair-chewing to nose-picking, Dr Christian is back to discuss the bad habits and repetitive behaviours of children, which can have some pretty serious consequences. But will our children grow out of these habits or do they need to be stopped? Dr Christian explains how parents can help their children break bad habits through positive reinforcement. But what can be done about behavioural problems such as sleep issues, bed wetting and fussy eating? Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)

Epilepsy

  • Epilepsy real story. Stephen and Denise both suffer from similar forms of epilepsy, which can cause up to 10 seizures a day. They say learning to look after each other has made them both stronger. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Epilepsy. Epilepsy is quite common: 80 people a day develop the condition. Fortunately, medication is usually successful at controlling it, and there are other ways of avoiding a seizure. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
  • Epilepsy: Mark's story. Mark was diagnosed with epilepsy six years ago. His memory has been affected and his lifestyle has changed, but in some ways for the better. Short video from NHS Choices (March 2009)
  • Experiences of epilepsy. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of epilepsy and of the various issues that affected them with this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
  • Living with Epilepsy. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
  • Young people with epilepsy. Audio and video interviews of a number of young people about their experiences of epilepsy. From the Youthhealthtalk website.

Exercise Advice

  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • Cycling. Richard is a keen advocate of cycling. He works as a lawyer in central London and cycles there from his home in Harrow, going by way of the Regent Canal towpath. When he gets to the office he changes into his business clothes, feeling all the better for the exercise. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (September 1994)
  • 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)
  • Exercising for new mums. Busy mums talk about how they fit exercise into life with a newborn baby and experts explain what's safe and what's not after you've given birth. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • Exercising with kids. Children need 60 minutes of physical exercise a day. Show them it's important and fun, and make it part of daily life. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
  • 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.
  • 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)
  • Sebastian Coe: get active. Former Olympic medallist Lord Coe shows how easy it is to incorporate exercise into a daily routine. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2008)
  • Sebastian Coe: get active. Former Olympic medallist Lord Coe shows how easy it is to incorporate exercise into a daily routine. Short video from NHS Choices. (August 2008)
  • 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)
  • Summer into winter. Many people find exercise and healthy eating easier in the summer. See how to keep your motivation up when it's cold and grey outside. Short video from NHS Choices. (January 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)

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