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Scabies

Scabies. Scabies is a contagious skin infection which itches intensely. A GP talks about the causes, symptoms and treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (March 2009)

Sciatica

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: animation. This animation explains what sciatica is and what causes it. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 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)

Scoliosis

In Detail: Curved Spine. Short video about scoliosis from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
Scoliosis: Rachel's story. Rachel was diagnosed with scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, when she was 11. She describes how it progressed throughout her childhood, the treatments she had and where she found support. Short video from NHS Choices. (May 2009)

Screening And Prevention

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)

Self-harm

Self-harm. An expert explains why young people may self-harm, and describes some of the different forms it can take on. Caroline, director of Harmless, used to self-harm as a teenager. She gives advice on how to get the right support. Short video from NHS Choices (April 2010)

Sexual & Relationship Therapy

Couples therapy. Relationship counsellor Denise Knowles explains what couples therapy involves and who it can benefit. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2009)

Sexual Health

Chlamydia. Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the UK. Toni Belfield gives advice on who's at risk, where to get tested and what the treatment involves. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
Teens and STIs. If you've had unprotected sex you might have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). See how to find out if you have, how it can be treated, and how it can affect your health. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Chlamydia. Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the UK. Toni Belfield gives advice on who's at risk, where to get tested and what the treatment involves. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
Teens and STIs. If you've had unprotected sex you might have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). See how to find out if you have, how it can be treated, and how it can affect your health. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Shingles

Shingles. Shingles is a viral infection of a nerve and the area of skin around it. A GP describes causes, symptoms and treatment options for shingles. Short video from NHS Choices.
Shingles: Joanne's story. Joanne has shingles, an infection of a nerve and the area of skin around it. She describes her symptoms and treatment and how she manages the condition. Short video from NHS Choices. (May 2009)

Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell anaemia. Sickle cell anaemia is an inherited blood disorder in which red blood cells develop abnormally. A specialist nurse explains the condition, and Junior describes living with sickle cell anaemia. Short video from NHS Choices.
Sickle cell disease: Rosalind's story. Rosalind has sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder. She explains how understanding the illness helps her to manage everyday life. Short video from NHS Choices (February 2009)
Sickle cell support. A psychologist talks about her innovative work supporting people living with sickle cell disease, and the contribution young black people can make. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2008)
Sickle-cell anaemia. Pamela, 18, was born with sickle-cell anaemia, a genetic blood disorder. She describes how to cope with the disease on a daily basis, and explains why it is important to raise awareness of the condition. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2008) Short patient video

Sickle Cell Disorder

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.
Sickle-cell anaemia. Pamela, 18, was born with sickle-cell anaemia, a genetic blood disorder. She describes how to cope with the disease on a daily basis, and explains why it is important to raise awareness of the condition. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2008) Short patient video

Sinusitis

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)

Skin Camouflage

Skin camouflage. An expert explains how skin camouflage is used to cover marks and scars. Dina, who has hyperpigmentation, describes how it improved her confidence. A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2009)

Skin Cancer

Melanoma. Skin cancer expert Barry Powell explains talks about the increase in malignant melanoma in the UK, who's most at risk and the symptoms to look out for. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
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)

Skin Prick Test

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)
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)

Slapped Cheek Disease

Should We Be Worried? - Rashes. Dr Christian explains how to diagnose and treat a range of rashes: slapped cheek syndrome, impetigo, meningitis and ringworm. To spread the word on infection, Dr Pixie heads to a primary school to talk to a classroom room of- parents! Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
Slapped cheek syndrome. Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection. Here, a GP talks about the symptoms to look out for. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)

Sleep Apnoea Syndrome

Snoring and sleep apnoea. An expert explains the difference between snoring and sleep apnoea, and people talk about the methods they've used to get a healthy night's sleep. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Sleep Problem

Sleepwalking. Lee started sleepwalking at the age of four. In this video he describes his sleepwalking episodes, including doing artwork despite having no interest in art, plus the physical side effects when he wakes up. Short video from NHS Choices.

Sleeping Badly

Insomnia. Professor Jim Horne explains what insomnia is, a nurse gives practical advice on how to cope with it, and one woman talks about what it's like to live with insomnia. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2009)

Slipped Disc

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)

Smear Sample

Cervical cancer: Tina's story. Regular smear tests saved Tina's life and her fertlilty. She talks about her experience of cervical cancer and her treatment. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2009)
Experiences of cervical screening. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of cervical screening and of the various issues that affected them with this procedure. From the Healthtalkonline website.

Smoking Cessation

A smoker's tale. Megan is 16 and a smoker. A make-up artist transforms her appearance to demonstrate the effects that smoking will have on her body. Will the results make Megan rethink her habit? A short video from NHS Choices. (October 2008)
Get support quitting. Video promoting the NHS services that support you if you want to quit smoking. A short video from NHS Choices. (January 2008)
Stop smoking. There are 10 million ex-smokers in the UK. See how some of them kicked the habit and their reasons for wanting to quit. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
Teenage smoking. Cherelle and Roseanne talk about their addiction to cigarettes. They are attending a smoking club at school to help them kick the habit. They are both 13 and don't know what else to do to stop. What they do know is it makes you smell and it's not worth it. A short video from the BBC's Video Nation. (March 2005)

Snoring

Snoring and sleep apnoea. An expert explains the difference between snoring and sleep apnoea, and people talk about the methods they've used to get a healthy night's sleep. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Sore Throat

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)
Tonsillitis. How do you know if it's a sore throat or tonsillitis? A GP explains how to spot the symptoms of this throat infection and who is most at risk. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

Speech And Language Therapy

Speech and language therapy. A speech and language therapist, explains how the therapy works and who benefits from it. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2008)
Stammering. A speech and language therapist explains the causes of stammering and Jamal, a university student, talks about learning to live with his stammer. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2009)

Speech Disorders

Speech and language therapy. A speech and language therapist, explains how the therapy works and who benefits from it. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2008)

Sprained Ankle

Treating sprains and strains. How can I treat sprains and muscle strains at home? Short video from Bupa (January 2009)

Sprains And Strains

Treating sprains and strains. How can I treat sprains and muscle strains at home? Short video from Bupa (January 2009)

Squamous Cell Carcinoma Of Skin

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)

Squint

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)
Childhood squint. A paediatric consultant explains the causes of squints, a misalignment of the eye. He describes how to identify the symptoms and the treatment options. Short video from NHS Choices. (May 2009)
In Detail: Squint. An in detail look at the operation to correct a childhood squint. Short video from 'Embarrassing bodies - Kids' (2010)
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)

Stammer

Stammering. A speech and language therapist explains the causes of stammering and Jamal, a university student, talks about learning to live with his stammer. Short video from NHS Choices. (June 2009)

Stillbirth

Stillbirth. A stillborn baby is a baby born after the 24th week of pregnancy with no signs of life. An expert explains the emotional impact, and Lisa and Jason describe how they coped with a stillbirth. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)

Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer. Consultant surgeon Sukhbir Uhbi explains who's most at risk of stomach cancer, the questions to ask if you're diagnosed and the treatment options. A short video from NHS Choices. (February 2008)

Stomach 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)

Stress

Coping with stress. There are many ways of coping with stress. Professor Cary Cooper provides some techniques for managing stress, such as exercising and using relaxation techniques, and explains who you can talk to if you're feeling under pressure. Short video from NHS Choices.
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)
Simple relaxation exercises. This video is for adults who want to learn more about simple relaxation exercises. Short video from Bupa. (January 2009)

Stress Incontinence

Incontinence real story. Kate first suffered symptoms of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) after having a hysterectomy. She suffered in silence for eight years before getting help. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)

Stroke

Experiences of stroke. Audio and video interviews of a number of people who present their experiences of having a stroke and of the various issues that affected them with this condition. From the Healthtalkonline website.
Facing the Future. Provides reassurance and practical advice about recovery after a stroke and addresses a range of issues including rehabilitation, mobility difficulties, practical aids to independence, communication problems and advice on staying healthy. Short patient videos from Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland.
Making Sense of Stroke. Features people who have had a stroke and their family discussing the challenges of returning to everyday life soon after a stroke. It outlines why a stroke can occur, the care and recovery process in the immediate period after a stroke and the emotional impact of a stroke. Short patient videos from Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland.
Stroke real story. Jim was forced to give up work after suffering a stroke 10 years ago, but he's proved that there is life after stroke. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)
Stroke. Someone has a stroke every five minutes in the UK, and they're the third most common cause of death. The cause varies from person to person but it's important to know what your personal risk factors are. A short video from NHS Choices. (September 2007)
Stroke: Act F.A.S.T. (female). If you think someone is having a stroke call 999 immediately. This video shows how to spot the signs of stroke. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
Stroke: Act F.A.S.T. (male). If you think someone is having a stroke call 999 immediately. This video shows how to spot the signs of stroke. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
Stroke: an animation. This animation explains how a stroke happens, the different types of stroke, and how lifestyle changes may help to reduce the risks. A short video from NHS Choices. (November 2009)
Strokes: real stories. People reveal how a stroke affected their lives, how it continues to impact and their individual treatments. Short video from NHS Choices. (July 2008)

Stye

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)

Substance 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)

Sun Health And Sunburn

How to apply sunscreen. An expert explains why it is important to protect your skin from sunburn to help avoid skin cancer. She also gives advice on how to apply sunscreen correctly and what to look out for when buying sun cream. Short video from NHS Choices.
How to be sun smart. In the UK, 2,000 people a year die from malignant melanoma, and it's increasing. See an expert and real people talk about how to stay safe in the sun. Short video from NHS Choices. (October 2007)

Sweating (excess)

Sweating. An expert explains what hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) is, what causes it and the treatments available. A short video from NHS Choices. (December 2008)

Syphilis

Teens and STIs. If you've had unprotected sex you might have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). See how to find out if you have, how it can be treated, and how it can affect your health. Short video from NHS Choices. (April 2008)

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