Asthma - Videos

How to Decrease Your Blood Clot Risk

Learn your chances of forming a blood clot. Then, see how to protect yourself from getting one.

Asthma Procedure Could Help Reduce Need for Inhalers

A procedure for asthma patients may cut down on trips to the hospital, prevent attacks and reduce the need for inhalers.

'Real Housewives of Atlanta' Star Nene Leakes' Health Scare

"Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Nene Leakes shares how she was recently diagnosed with pulmonary embolisms in her lungs. E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how these form and who is most at risk.

Treating Depression with Electroconvulsive Therapy

It was terrifying in the '70s, but could a new, improved version of electroconvulsive therapy help thousands of depressed and bipolar patients? We show you the pros and cons of ECT.

Miracle Drug for Cystic Fibrosis

It's being hailed as a breakthrough therapy for children with cystic fibrosis and now a new drug is helping them breathe easier and live longer

What Is an Incentive Spirometer?

What does the strange device inside E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork's bag do?

Do You Know Why You Want to Quit Smoking?

Understanding and acknowledging the immediate and long-term benefits of quitting smoking are key to helping you kick the habit for good. Pediatrician Tanya Remer Altmann, M.D. describes one easy way to stay motivated in this video.

The Benefit of Quitting Smoking Before 40

It's never too late to kick the habit, but doing it before your 40th birthday is ideal. Sharecare's chief doctor, Darria Long-Gillespie, MD, talks in this video about the health and life expectancy benefits of quitting smoking at various ages.

How Eating Right Helps You Quit Smoking

Everyone knows that fruits and veggies are packed with vitamins and minerals, but they also have properties that help people stop smoking. In this video, Robin Miller, MD, explains how these superfoods help people kick the habit for good.

How Your Smartphone Can Help You Quit Smoking

Everyone needs a cheerleader sometimes, especially when making the effort to quit smoking for good. In this video, Robin Miller, MD discusses the role of smart phones in smoking cessation motivation.

How to Beat Nicotine Cravings

For people in the process of quitting smoking, social situations can be really tough. Robin Miller, MD, talks in this video about simple measures to take to fight nicotine cravings and avoid setbacks.

Smart Steps When You Start Quitting Smoking

The first couple of weeks after quitting smoking are probably the most challenging, but there are simple steps to help get you over the hump. Find out what the experts recommend with Robin Miller, MD.

Smart Steps When You Start Quitting Smoking

The first couple of weeks after quitting smoking are probably the most challenging, but there are simple steps to help get you over the hump. Find out what the experts recommend with Robin Miller, MD.

How Eating Right Helps You Quit Smoking

Everyone knows that fruits and veggies are packed with vitamins and minerals, but they also have properties that help people stop smoking. In this video, Robin Miller, MD, explains how these superfoods help people kick the habit for good.

Do You Know Why You Want to Quit Smoking?

Understanding and acknowledging the immediate and long-term benefits of quitting smoking are key to helping you kick the habit for good. Pediatrician Tanya Remer Altmann, M.D. describes one easy way to stay motivated in this video.

The Best Time to Quit Smoking

If you've tried to quit smoking cigarettes, you know how hard it is. But you can quit and in this video, Michael Roizen, MD, offers up a secret to stoop smoking that can help you quit for good.

How to Beat Nicotine Cravings

For people in the process of quitting smoking, social situations can be really tough. Robin Miller, MD, talks in this video about simple measures to take to fight nicotine cravings and avoid setbacks.

How Your Smartphone Can Help You Quit Smoking

Everyone needs a cheerleader sometimes, especially when making the effort to quit smoking for good. In this video, Robin Miller, MD discusses the role of smart phones in smoking cessation motivation.

The Benefit of Quitting Smoking Before 40

It's never too late to kick the habit, but doing it before your 40th birthday is ideal. Sharecare's chief doctor, Darria Long-Gillespie, MD, talks in this video about the health and life expectancy benefits of quitting smoking at various ages.

The Best Time to Quit Smoking

If you've tried to quit smoking cigarettes, you know how hard it is. But you can quitâ€"and in this video, Michael Roizen, MD, offers up a secret to stoop smoking that can help you quit for good.

Can Hot Tub Chemicals Scorch Your Lungs?

Can the chemicals in your hot tub or pool scorch your lungs? The Doctors have the answer!

New Anti-Smoking Campaign Effectiveness

The Doctors discuss new anti-smoking ads that target people's sentimental feelings to encourage them to quit smoking, and compare their effectiveness to the popular grotesque images of the health effects of smoking.

The Best Time to Quit Smoking

If you've tried to quit smoking cigarettes, you know how hard it is. But you can quit--and in this video, Michael Roizen, MD, offers up a secret to stoop smoking that can help you quit for good.

USA Weekend: COPD

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in The Doctors' latest USA Weekend HealthSmart column.

The Best Time to Quit Smoking

If you've tried to quit smoking cigarettes, you know how hard it is. But you can quit--and in this video, Michael Roizen, MD, offers up a secret to stoop smoking that can help you quit for good.

How Environmental Toxins Trigger Asthma Symptoms

Toxins in the environment, including secondhand smoke, can trigger asthma symptoms. But a smart planning can help you avoid and manage these pollutants, according to Clifford Bassett, MD.

How Is a Corticosteriod Inhaler Used to Treat Asthma?

Many people with asthma rely on a coricosteroid inhaler, says Clifford Bassett, MD. In this WisePatient video, he explains that this type of inhaler is safe and effective for asthma treatment.

Fast-Acting Inhaler Vs. Corticosteroid Inhaler

Someone with asthma may have two types of inhalers to manage and relieve symptoms. Clifford Bassett, MD, explains the difference between a bronchodilator and corticosterioid inhaler.

Common Medication for Asthma Treatment

In addition to inhalers, other medication can help control asthma symptoms. Clifford Bassett, MD, notes that people may also need medication to treat conditions related to asthma, such as allergies, acid reflux, and sinusitis.

What to Tell Family About My Asthma Treatment?

The more your family knows about your asthma and your asthma action plan, the better, says Clifford Bassett, MD. Most important: Make sure they know what to do in the event of an asthma attack.
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