Health and Wellness

The Center for Disease Control, a Federal government agency, predicts that over 10 million men, women and children will be carriers of the AIDS virus. This video explains how you can protect yourself and those you love through knowing the facts. On this tape you will find answers to the questions: What is AIDS, how is it contracted and how is AIDS prevented?

The goal of this presentation is to inform people of positive ways to prevent back injuries and motivate them to use the techniques described.

A "must see" program for anyone in the custodial/janitorial industry. Explains basic sanitation and cleanliness, how bacteria can be harmful and what to do about it.

This video covers the possible results of not getting enough rest before coming to the job, it reviews the "witching" hours and steps to overcoming fatigue in the workplace.

Backaches are the second most common reason for absenteeism in the U.S. This video demonstrates in detail how the mechanics of the back work and how body weight, diet, exercise, posture, stress and arthritis affect it's well-being. Reviews a back strengthening exercise program.

Discusses various forms of skin problems found in workers and the preventative measures that must be taken to avoid them.

No one is immune to the common cold or flu. This video describes the differences between them, appropriate treatments, and ways to help prevent their spread. Knowledge about colds and flu can arm us in the fight to stay well.

Discusses the effects stress has on the body. Strategies such as changing your surroundings, your lifestyle, managing your time and relaxation techniques are covered.

This video introduces you to people who have not let diabetes stand in their way. Among others, Gary Owens, Jean Smart and Dana Hill talk about diet, fitness, insulin adjustment, oral medication, pregnancy, Type 1 and 2 diabetes, blood glucose monitoring and more.

A variety of intimate family scenes that teach the parenting techniques necessary to keep your child away from drugs are shown. Also, America's leading experts in the field of drug and alcohol abuse offer constructive, sensible advice that you can easily put to use within your own family.

Regular aerobic exercise can make a big difference in your quality of life. This video illustrates proper warm-up, dynamic exercise and cool down procedures.

This video presents an overview of medical symptoms and treatment of chlorine exposure.

Hypertension is high blood pressure and can cause a stroke. Under your doctors care it can be reduced by controlling your diet and exercising as well as keeping your stress level low. This video shows you how.

Geared to care givers and public health professionals to help them better respond to and care for the vision needs of older adults. Also explains how vision changes as people age.

Your lifestyle affects your personality and your work habits! This video examines watching your diet and getting proper exercise.

This video discusses the importance of employment related medical exams due to the physical and chemical exposures you may encounter at work. Getting enough rest and good nutrition are stressed to maintain good health.

Despite years of health warnings, tens of millions of Americans continue to smoke. Join host "Red" Duke as he examines the pleasures behind smoking, both psychological and physical, and reveals the newest and hardest facts about second-hand smoke and the effects of parental smoking on children. "No Butts" also looks at successful strategies for quitting the habit for good.

A good exercise program is important for your good health. This video discusses what should be a successful exercise program.

Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in men and yet with early detection, it can be avoided. Symptoms of the disease and early detection methods are shown.

The deadly HIV virus can be passed from an injured and bleeding worker. The video suggests ways to safely administer first aid to such victims and the importance of proper accident cleanup.

This program is designed to provide basic safety orientation information to nurses. Program includes safe lifting techniques, needle stick prevention, basic infection control procedures, electrical safety and other important topics.

The causes and effects of stress are discussed along with methods of remedy. The use of Employee Assistance Programs is encouraged or, if one is not available, the use of alternative programs. Stress not only affects your relationship with co-workers and family members, it affects your health.

Do you really understand what stress is? Before you can avoid or relieve stress, you must understand what it is and how it affects you. This program discusses how to relieve stress through relaxation and exercise.

Kids, as well as parents, will learn about the dangers youngsters have to watch out for every day of their lives, including sexual molestation and abduction.

What's the difference between having a cold and having the flu? How can you protect yourself from others who are sick? This video covers viruses and germs, defensive measures you can take against them and the benefits of getting a flu shot.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a potential killer that strikes without warning. This video covers the basic telltale signs to recognize carbon monoxide build-up within your body and basic treatment for exposure.

Designed for health care providers, but is an excellent program for engineering, custodial, security, administration and other personnel who provide services in the health care environment. Good refresher for nursing, lab and other providers who normally receive additional universal precaution training.

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