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Video: How to use a peak flow meter
Asthma attacks taking you by surprise? Take regular peak flow meter readings, as shown in this video, to predict asthma episodes and better control your condition.
Video: How to use a single-dose dry powder inhaler
Watch these step-by-step instructions for using a single-dose dry powder inhaler.
Video: Using a metered dose asthma inhaler and spacer
Watch this video to see how to use a metered dose asthma inhaler and spacer.
Video: What is blood pressure?
Watch this video to see what your blood pressure reading means.
Virtual colonoscopy
Unlike other colon cancer screening tests, this imaging test doesn't use a scope to examine your colon. Learn how it works and what to expect.
Vitamin D and MS: Is there any connection?
Some research suggests that vitamin D may reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS).
Vitamin D deficiency
What are the risks of too little vitamin D?
Vitamin D deficiency: Can it cause high blood pressure?
Too little vitamin D is bad for the bones, but what about the heart? Learn how a low vitamin D level may affect blood pressure.
Vitamins for MS: Do supplements make a difference?
Can vitamin supplements improve MS symptoms?
Von Willebrand disease
Learn more about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment of this inherited bleeding disorder in which blood doesn't clot well.
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