Allergic rhinitis is also known as “hay fever.” The symptoms can be seasonal, especially in the spring and fall, or year round. In this video, you’ll learn what happens when you have allergic rhinitis and what you can do to minimize symptoms.

Anemia means a low level of hemoglobin in the blood. It can be brought on by chronic disease, including inflammatory, infectious, or malignant conditions. This video gives information on the chronic diseases linked to anemia and recommended treatment.

Asthma is a condition that causes your airways to become inflamed. This makes it hard to breathe. Find out what causes asthma and how you can manage this chronic, or long-lasting disease.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is when the prostate grows too large and causes problems. Learn what signs to watch for, and when to see your doctor.

Monitoring your blood sugar level can help you control your diabetes and your risk for developing complications such as eye or kidney disease. View this video, and learn how and why checking your blood sugar regularly plays an important role in diabetes management.

Warfarin is a medicine that helps keep your blood from clotting. This can lower your risk for a blood clot, stroke, or heart attack. But you must take important steps when you are on warfarin. This video will show you what to do.

The goal of breast cancer screening is to detect cancer at the earliest possible stage, when it is most treatable. This video takes a look at the three components of breast screening–a breast self-exam, a clinical exam by your doctor, and a mammogram.

A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens within the eye that often occurs as a person ages. Although many cataracts develop without a known cause, long-term steroid use and diabetes are risk factors. Watch this video to find out what you can expect if you develop a cataract.

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. CAD develops when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. See if you’re at risk for CAD, and how you can help prevent it.

People with diabetes may develop eye problems such as glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. In this video, you’ll find out more about these problems and what you can do to prevent them. The best approach is good control of your blood sugar levels. You should also have a yearly eye exam.

If you have diabetes, you’ll need to make changes in what you eat. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up all your favorite foods. See how easy it is to eat well and take care of your health at the same time.

Small changes in what you eat can make a big difference in your heart health. Watch and learn how easy it is to improve your health by eating right.

Certain foods can make your blood pressure go too high. Watch and learn how easy it is to have delicious meals without harming your health.

Most people will have back pain at some time in their lives. But you don’t always need the help of a doctor to fix it. Sometimes exercise is all that you need to relieve the pain. Watch and learn exercises to keep your back feeling good.

Frozen shoulder is a painful condition that usually results in decreased range of motion of the shoulder joint. It may develop gradually or suddenly and severely. This video offers information on how frozen shoulder occurs, who’s at risk, and what treatments are available.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is more commonly known as acid indigestion or heartburn. It is a burning feeling behind the breastbone. This video takes a look at the possible causes of GERD, typical symptoms, and when treatment is warranted.

Your body needs cholesterol to make hormones and to keep your cells healthy. Cholesterol comes from two sources: your liver and your diet. But if your diet exceeds the body’s need for cholesterol or saturated fats, your cholesterol level in your blood will increase. This video discusses treatments and lifestyle changes that may be prescribed by your doctor.

Heart failure is when your heart can’t pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs. Learn about the different types of heart failure, and the treatments that can help you manage it.

The hepatitis C virus is another type of hepatitis virus that causes an inflammation of the liver. HCV is transmitted though exposure to infected blood or blood products. In this video, you’ll find out more about how it’s transmitted, what treatments are available, and what you can do to protect yourself from this disease.

When you have COPD, air doesn’t flow into and out of your lungs as it should. It becomes harder to breathe. Watch this video to see how your lungs are affected.

You may need to mix 2 types of insulin in the same shot. One type is usually shorter-acting insulin. The other is intermediate-acting insulin. This video will show you what to do.

Here are the general steps to follow when giving yourself an insulin shot. The first step: Gather your supplies.

Good health and a healthy weight go hand in hand. To get both, you need the right balance of healthy foods and exercise. Here is easy-to-understand information that will help you reach your goals.

To take your blood pressure at home you’ll need a blood pressure cuff, monitor, and log book. This video will walk you through the steps.