We have selected some useful videos and links below to give you more information about some health problems and how to deal with them. This should help you either recognise the early signs of illness or help you to better manage an exisitng complaint.

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To access more information about the full range of common health problems from reliable sources then visit our Health Links page.

Heart Attack

Actor Steven Berkoff explains how heart attack symptoms may not seem serious at first. Learn how to detect them and get help before it's too late.

A consultant cardiologist explains what a heart attack is, the symptoms, surgical treatments and why it's important for coronary heart disease patients to reduce their risk factors.

Mike Smith has had three heart attacks. As he nears 60 and enjoys life to the full, he explains how the attacks affected him and how his recovery was different for each of them.

Stroke

This animation explains how a stroke happens, the different types of stroke, and how lifestyle changes may help to reduce the risks

Hypertension

High blood pressure has no symptoms, but if it's not treated it can damage the kidneys, heart and brain.

Cholestrol

Too much cholesterol in the body causes coronary disease such as angina, heart attack and stroke. Dr Jonathan Morrell explains who is at risk and the treatments available.

Diabetes

Animation about diabetes and the body.

Lung Cancer

Real Story: Peter Quinn, 42, talks about the symptoms that led to his diagnosis, his treatment and the support he received from his cancer nurse specialist.

Breast Cancer

Consultant breast surgeon Clive Griffith talks about breast cancer, including symptoms to look out for, screening and treatment.

Cervical Cancer

Andy Nordin, a gynaecological oncologist, explains the symptoms of cervical cancer, who’s most at risk and the treatment options.

Prostate Cancer

Dr Chris Parker talks about who's most at risk of prostate cancer, the questions to ask if you're diagnosed, and the treatment options.

An expert explains the symptoms and treatment options available. Phillip Kissi describes his experience of being diagnosed with prostate cancer. 

Bowel Cancer

Celia Ingham Clark, a consultant surgeon, explains who’s most at risk of prostate cancer, the questions to ask if you’re diagnosed and the treatment options.

Ovarian Cancer

To find out more, visit this information on the Patient UK site

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