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YouTube health videos

As reported by the BBC, a general practice in Wales has begun using YouTube to distribute health information videos. The Builth and Llanwrtyd Medical Practice has thus far uploaded videos relating to inhaler technique and spacer devices in respiratory disease, having a smear, and blood sugar testing in diabetes.

It's a novel approach to patient education in a primary care setting, and one that might appeal to that sector of the the population seemingly infatuated with YouTube. Explaining how to use a metered-dose inhaler and spacer without props during a 10 minute consultation is challenging, and video lessons may be a valid alternative to my standard "Ask the pharmacist to demonstrate for you". There's only so much you can convey in printed leaflets, and moving pictures can convey much more detail in a very short time.

Inhaler-Technique
Inhaler technique (Builth and Llanwrtyd Medical Practice)

The practice also offers iPod-friendly QuickTime and Windows Media versions for download.

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