Health Education Audio Reference Library

What is the Health Education Audio Reference Library (HEAR)?

The Health Education Audio Reference Library (HEAR) has pre-recorded messages on health topics that provide information you need to help:

  • Prevent illness
  • Identify warning signs
  • Administer self-care

Health care questions and concerns are present even when symptoms are not. The Health Education Audio Reference Library is available to help you and your family to educate yourselves about any common and chronic illnesses and diseases — 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Health topics are usually between one (1) and seven (7) minutes in length.

How do you use the Health Education Audio Reference Library (HEAR)?

The Health Education Audio Reference Library is easy to use. Simply call the Nurse Advice Line's toll-free number:  1-800-249-3619. You can call anytime for information on a variety of health care topics. 

How to Listen to an Audio Health Topic

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  • Call the Audio Health Library at 800-249-3619
  • Choose "English" or "Spanish"
  • Choose "Listen to a Health Topic"
  • Choose "English" or "Spanish"
  • Enter 4-digit Health Topic Number (a directory of available topics by category with their 4-digit codes is below)
  • Listen to your topic
Allergies and Immune System

1000 Allergies
1002 Food Allergies
1007 Should I Take Allergy Shots for Allergic Rhinitis and Allergic Asthma?
2338 Allergic Reaction
2770 Drug Allergies

Asthma

1981 Asthma in Teens and Adults

Blood and Lymph

1460 Swollen Lymph Nodes
1533 Complete Blood Count
2623 Iron Deficiency Anemia
2680 Toxic Shock Syndrome
2756 Rh Sensitization during Pregnancy

Bones, Joints and Muscles
1030 Arthritis1950 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
1031 Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis2102 Bursitis
1032 Osteoporosis2103 Tendon Injury
1033 Lupus2104 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1034 Rheumatoid Arthritis2105 Ankle Sprain
1038 Fibromyalgia2106 Muscle Cramps and Leg Pain
1039 Gout2151 Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1450 Low Back Pain2160 Hip Replacement Surgery
1456 Sports Injuries2162 Arthroscopy
1457 Neck Pain2163 Should I Have Knee Replacement Surgery?
1461 Temporomandibular ™ Disorders2169 Rotator Cuff Disorders
1463 Herniated Disc2174 Should I Have Surgery for a Herniated Disc?
1780 Bunions2259 Osteoarthritis
1784 Plantar Fasciitis 
Brain and Nerves
1060 ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease)1457 Neck Pain
1061 Alzheimer's Disease1463 Herniated Disc
1062 Bell's Palsy1515 Diabetic Neuropathy
1063 Epilepsy1536 CT Scan of the Body
1064 Encephalitis1537 Electroencephalogram
1065 Multiple Sclerosis1539 Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies
1066 Parkinson's Disease1542 Magnetic Resonance Imaging
1067 Stroke1644 Mènière's Disease
1068 Guillain-Barrè Syndrome2032 Erection Problems
1069 Bipolar Disorder2052 Anorexia Nervosa
1071 Dementia2053 Bulimia Nervosa
1080 Dyslexia2057 Depression
1081 Stroke Rehabilitation2104 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1250 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder2151 Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
1404 Tension Headaches2174 Should I have surgery for a herniated disc?
1405 Migraine Headaches2400 Insomnia
1453 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo 
Cancer
1105 Cancer Pain1129 Skin Cancer, Melanoma
1110 Colon Polyps1130 Skin Cancer, Nonmelanoma
1111 Ovarian Cancer1531 Breast Biopsy
1113 Colorectal Cancer1545 Prostate-Specific Antigen Test
1120 Women's Cancers1841 Be Tobacco Free
1124 Lung Cancer2240 Hospice Care
1128 Prostate Cancer2245 Care at the End of Life
Children's Health
1031 Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis1279 Immunizations
1230 Domestic Violence1280 Pinworms
1240 Child Abuse and Neglect1283 Roseola
1247 Temper Tantrums1284 Rubella or German Measles
1250 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder1288 Teething
1251 Bed-Wetting1289 Thumb-Sucking
1254 Chickenpox1290 Toilet Training
1259 Reye Syndrome1292 Thrush
1264 Ear Infections1293 Urinary Tract Infections in Children
1272 Impetigo1455 Fever, Age 4 and Older
1274 Measles or Rubeola1462 Nausea and Vomiting, Age 4 and Older
1275 Mumps1837 Healthy Eating for Children
1278 Childhood Rashes2165 Ear Tubes
Diabetes
1500 Type 2 Diabetes1506 Home Blood Sugar Monitoring
1501 Type 2 Diabetes: Living With Complications1508 Type 1 Diabetes
1502 Type 2 Diabetes: Living With the Disease1512 Prediabetes
1503 Type 2 Diabetes: Recently Diagnosed1515 Diabetic Neuropathy
1504 Gestational Diabetes1516 Diabetic Retinopathy
Digestion
1110 Colon Polyps1609 Rectal Problems
1113 Colorectal Cancer1610 Heartburn
1257 Colic1611 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
1402 Food Poisoning1612 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
1403 Inguinal Hernia1613 Peptic Ulcer Disease
1407 Viral and Bacterial Infection1618 Crohn's Disease
1451 Constipation1952 Hepatitis A
1452 Anti-diarrheals1953 Hepatitis B
1454 Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older1827 Hepatitis C
1536 CT Scan of the Body2000 Bulking Agents and Laxatives
1540 Barium Enema2154 Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery for Gallstones
1541 Upper Gastrointestinal Series2158 Surgery for Hemorrhoids
1600 Appendicitis2159 Laparoscopic Inguinal
1603 Ulcerative ColitisHernia Repair
1605 Diverticulosis2164 Laparoscopy
1608 Gallstones2757 Weaning
Disease and Injury Prevention

1295 Early Disease Detection
1544 Pelvic Exam and Pap Test
1904 Heart Attack Prevention
2204 Travel Health

Ear, Nose and Throat
1264 Ear Infections1643 Swimmer's Ear
1453 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo1644 Mènière's Disease
1459 Strep Throat1646 Hearing Loss
1560 Tonsillitis1648 Laryngitis
1640 Earwax2165 Ear Tubes
1641 Labyrinthitis2171 Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
Eyes and Vision
1112 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome1710 Color Blindness
1516 Diabetic Retinopathy1711 Age-Related Macular Degeneration
1700 Eye Problems1712 Glaucoma
1702 Vision Tests1713 Strabismus
1703 Contact Lens Care1716 Should I Have Laser Surgery for Nearsightedness?
1705 Eye Injuries1717 Floaters and Flashes
1708 Pinkeye2152 Cataract Surgery
1709 Cataracts 
First Aid
1253 Fever, Age 3 and Younger1761 Burns
1255 Choking Rescue Procedure1762 Cuts
1260 Dehydration1763 Poisoning
1270 How to Take a Temperature1764 Puncture Wounds
1451 Constipation1766 Removing Splinters
1454 Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older1781 Calluses and Corns
1455 Fever, Age 4 and Older2000 Bulking Agents and Laxatives
1456 Sports Injuries2001 Pain Relievers
1458 Nosebleeds2002 Decongestants
1705 Eye Injuries2003 Cough Preparations
1750 Animal and Human Bites2007 Cold and Allergy Remedies
1751 Insect and Spider Bites and Stings2105 Ankle Sprain
1752 Snakebites2203 Rescue Breathing and CPR
1754 Tick Bites2256 Hypothermia
1755 Blisters2332 Boils
1758 Your Home Health Center2333 Cold Sores
1759 Heat-Related Illnesses2337 Cold Temperature Exposure
Fitness and Exercise

1833 Fitness
1836 Physical Activity for Older Adults
2709 Exercise during Pregnancy

Genetic Conditions, Genes and Chromosomes

1112 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Headaches

1404 Tension Headaches
1405 Migraine Headaches

Healthy Eating
1837 Healthy Eating for Children2708 Diet during Pregnancy
1853 Healthy Eating2751 Breast-Feeding
2251 Healthy Aging2753 Bottle-Feeding
2623 Iron Deficiency Anemia2757 Weaning
Healthy Weight

1834 Healthy Weight
1837 Healthy Eating for Children

Heart and Circulation
1067 Stroke1903 Causes of Heart Attack
1081 Stroke Rehabilitation1904 Heart Attack Prevention
1532 Exercise Electrocardiogram1907 Heart Failure
1534 Chest X-Ray1908 Atrial Fibrillation (Irregular Heartbeats)
1538 Electrocardiogram1909 High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
1542 Magnetic Resonance Imaging1910 Mitral Valve Prolapse
1832 High Cholesterol1911 Pacemakers
1900 Chest Pain1912 Varicose Veins
1901 Heart Attach and Unstable Angina1915 Cardiac Rehabilitation
Heart Problems
1532 Exercise Electrocardiogram1903 Causes of Heart Attack
1534 Chest X-Ray1904 Heart Attack Prevention
1536 CT Scan of the Body1907 Heart Failure
1538 Electrocardiogram1908 Atrial Fibrillation (Irregular Heartbeats)
1542 Magnetic Resonance Imaging1909 High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
1832 High Cholesterol1910 Mitral Valve Prolapse
1900 Chest Pain1911 Pacemakers
1901 Heart Attack and Unstable Angina1915 Cardiac Rehabilitation
Hormones
1112 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome1503 Type 2 Diabetes: Recently Diagnosed
1500 Type 2 Diabetes1508 Type 1 Diabetes
1501 Type 2 Diabetes: Living With Complications2550 Hypothyroidism
1502 Type 2 Diabetes: Living With the Disease2651 Hormone Therapy
Immune System
1000 Allergies1957 HIV Infections and AIDS
1007 Should I Take Allergy Shots for Allergic Rhinitis and Allergic Asthma?1959 Living with HIV Infection
1033 Lupus2336 Atopic Dermatitis
1034 Rheumatoid Arthritis2338 Allergic Reaction
1279 Immunizations2770 Drug Allergies
Infant and Toddler Health
1230 Domestic Violence1279 Immunizations
1240 Child Abuse and Neglect1280 Pinworms
1247 Temper Tantrums1283 Roseola
1250 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder1284 Rubella or German Measles
1251 Bed-Wetting1287 Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
1253 Fever, Age 3 and Younger1288 Teething
1254 Chickenpox1289 Thumb-Sucking
1256 Circumcision1290 Toilet Training
1257 Colic1292 Thrush
1258 Croup1293 Urinary Tract Infections in Children
1259 Reye Syndrome1837 Healthy Eating for Children
1261 Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions2165 Ear Tubes
1264 Ear Infections2436 Alcohol Effects on a Fetus
1267 Fifth Disease2751 Breast-Feeding
1268 Growth and Development of the Newborn2753 Bottle-Feeding
1272 Impetigo2754 Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Period
1274 Measles or Rubeola2756 Rh Sensitization during Pregnancy
1275 Mumps2757 Weaning
1278 Childhood Rashes 
Lungs and Airways
1000 Allergies1546 Lung Function Tests
1002 Food Allergies1648 Laryngitis
1007 Should I Take Allergy Shots for Allergic Rhinitis and Allergic Asthma1841 Be Tobacco Free
1124 Lung Cancer1956 Tuberculosis (TB)
1255 Choking Rescue Procedure1965 West Nile Virus
1258 Croup1976 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
1400 Colds1983 Acute Bronchitis
1401 Influenza1986 Pneumonia
1406 Sinusitis2002 Decongestants
1407 Viral and Bacterial Infection2003 Cough Preparations
1408 Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)2007 Cold and Allergy Remedies
1534 Chest X-Ray2403 Sleep Apnea
1536 CT Scan of the Body2406 Snoring
1542 Magnetic Resonance Imaging2770 Drug Allergies
Men's Health
1128 Prostate Cancer2167 Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
1230 Domestic Violence2173 Vasectomy
1256 Circumcision2307 Chlamydia
1545 Prostate-Specific Antigen Test2308 Genital Herpes
1848 Sexually Transmitted Diseases2309 Genital Warts
2032 Erection Problems2310 Gonorrhea
2033 Infertility2311 Syphilis
2034 Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH2315 Trichomoniasis
2036 Male Genital Problems and Injuries2600 Birth Control
Mental and Behavioral Issues
1069 Bipolar Disorder2052 Anorexia Nervosa
1070 Schizophrenia2053 Bulimia Nervosa
1071 Dementia2055 Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder
1230 Domestic Violence2057 Depression
1240 Child Abuse and Neglect2059 Grief and Grieving
1250 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder2063 Social Anxiety Disorder
1838 Alcohol and Drug Problems2066 Suicidal Thoughts or Threats
1845 Stress Management2428 Treatment for Alcohol Use Problems
2051 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder2435 Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Pregnancy and Childbirth
1211 Multiple Pregnancy: Twins or More2706 Symptoms and Stages of Pregnancy
1504 Gestational Diabetes2707 Symptoms and Stages of Labor
1535 Chorionic Villus Sampling2708 Diet during Pregnancy
1548 Ultrasound for Normal Pregnancy2709 Exercise during Pregnancy
2033 Infertility2710 Rubella and Pregnancy
2157 Episiotomy2714 Amniocentesis
2426 Precautions during Pregnancy2717 Miscarriage
2436 Alcohol Effects on a Fetus2719 Stretch Marks from Pregnancy
2600 Birth Control2720 Cesarean Section
2700 How to Have a Healthy Baby2750 Postpartum Depression
2701 Home Pregnancy Tests2752 Complications after Delivery
2704 Danger Signs during Pregnancy2754 Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Period
2705 Pregnancy2756 Rh Sensitization during Pregnancy
Senior Health
1061 Alzheimer's Disease2004 Prevent Medication Errors
1071 Dementia2006 Prevent Medical Errors
1291 Urinary Tract Infections in Teens and Adults2240 Hospice Care
1462 Nausea and Vomiting, Age 4 and Older2245 Care at the End of Life
1536 CT Scan of the Body2251 Healthy Aging
1711 Age-Related Macular Degeneration2261 Ingrown Toenail
1836 Physical Activity for Older Adults 
Sexual Health
1848 Sexually Transmitted Diseases2309 Genital Warts
1957 HIV Infection and AIDS2310 Gonorrhea
2039 Sexual Problems in Women2311 Syphilis
2173 Vasectomy2315 Trichomoniasis
2307 Chlamydia2600 Birth Control
2308 Genital Herpes2678 Menstrual Cramps
Sexual and Reproductive Organs
1107 Mammogram2308 Genital Herpes
1111 Ovarian Cancer2309 Genital Warts
1112 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome2310 Gonorrhea
1128 Prostate Cancer2311 Syphilis
1211 Multiple Pregnancy: Twins or More2312 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
1256 Circumcision2315 Trichomoniasis
1531 Breast Biopsy2640 Bacterial Vaginosis
1535 Chorionic Villus Sampling2643 Vaginal Yeast Infections
1536 CT Scan of the Body2650 Menopause and Perimenopause
1542 Magnetic Resonance Imaging2670 Missed or Irregular Periods
1544 Pelvic Exam and Pap Test2672 Endometriosis
1545 Prostate-Specific Antigen Test2673 Uterine Fibroids
1848 Sexually Transmitted Diseases2674 Hysterectomy
2032 Erection Problems2675 Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
2033 Infertility2677 Functional Ovarian Cysts
2034 Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH2678 Menstrual Cramps
2036 Male Genital Problems and Injuries2702 Abortion
2156 Dilation and Curettage2717 Miscarriage
2157 Episiotomy2720 Cesarean Section
2164 Laparoscopy2723 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
2167 Transurethral Resection of the Prostate2724 Premenstrual Syndrome
2172 Tubal Ligation and Tubal Implants2752 Complications after Delivery
2173 Vasectomy2754 Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Period
2307 Chlamydia2755 Mastitis While Breast-Feeding
Skin, Hair and Nails
1002 Food Allergies1781 Calluses and Corns
1033 Lupus2031 Hair Loss
1129 Skin Cancer, Melanoma2261 Ingrown Toenail
1130 Skin Cancer, Non-melanoma2330 Acne
1261 Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions2332 Boils
1267 Fifth Disease2333 Cold Sores
1269 Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease2334 Dandruff
1273 Lice2336 Atopic Dermatitis
1278 Childhood Rashes2337 Cold Temperature Exposure
1296 Scabies2338 Allergic Reaction
1707 Styes and Chalazia2343 Rashes
1750 Animal and Human Bites2344 Psoriasis
1751 Insect and Spider Bites and Stings2346 Fungal Nail Infections
1752 Snakebites2349 Shingles
1754 Tick Bites2352 Sunburn
1755 Blisters2353 Warts
1761 Burns2719 Stretch Marks from Pregnancy
1762 Cuts2770 Drug Allergies
1766 Removing Splinters 
Substance Abuse

1838 Alcohol and Drug Problems
2428 Treatment for Alcohol Use Problems
2435 Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse 2436 Alcohol Effects on a Fetus

Teen Health
1031 Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis1291 Urinary Tract Infections in Teens and Adults
1250 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder1462 Nausea and Vomiting, Age 4 and Older
1259 Reye Syndrome1951 Infectious Mononucleosis
1274 Measles or Rubeola1981 Asthma in Teens and Adults
1275 Mumps2053 Bulimia Nervosa
1284 Rubella, or German Measles2435 Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Urinary System
1128 Prostate Cancer2034 Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH
1251 Bed-Wetting2155 Cystoscopy
1291 Urinary Tract Infections in Teens and Adults2164 Laparoscopy
1293 Urinary Tract Infections in Children2167 Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
1407 Viral and Bacterial Infection2257 Urinary Incontinence in Women
1536 CT Scan of the Body2307 Chlamydia
1542 Magnetic Resonance Imaging2310 Gonorrhea
1545 Prostate-Specific Antigen Test2311 Syphilis
1547 Abdominal Ultrasound2570 Chronic Kidney Disease
1848 Sexually Transmitted Diseases2576 Kidney Stones
Wise Health Consumer
1202 Caregiver Tips1964 Stress Relief and Relaxation
1800 Making Wise Health Decisions2004 Prevent Medication Errors
1801 Work in Partnership with Your Doctor2006 Prevent Medical Errors
1802 Finding a Doctor Who Will Be a Partner2204 Travel Health
1830 Healthy Living2503 Shared Decisions about Surgery
1835 The Mind-Body Connection2770 Drug Allergies
1841 Be Tobacco Free 
Women's Health
1032 Osteoporosis2670 Missed or Irregular Periods
1107 Mammogram2672 Endometriosis
1111 Ovarian Cancer2673 Uterine Fibroids
1112 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome2674 Hysterectomy
1120 Women's Cancers2675 Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
1211 Multiple Pregnancy: Twins or More2677 Functional Ovarian Cysts
1230 Domestic Violence2678 Menstrual Cramps
1504 Gestational Diabetes2680 Toxic Shock Syndrome
1531 Breast Biopsy2700 How to Have a Healthy Baby
1544 Pelvic Exam and Pap Test2701 Home Pregnancy Tests
1848 Sexually Transmitted Diseases2702 Abortion
2033 Infertility2704 Danger Signs during Pregnancy
2039 Sexual Problems in Women2705 Pregnancy
2156 Dilation and Curettage2706 Symptoms and Stages of Pregnancy
2157 Episiotomy2707 Symptoms and Stages of Labor
2172 Tubal Ligation and Tubal Implants2708 Diet during Pregnancy
2307 Chlamydia2709 Exercise during Pregnancy
2308 Genital Herpes2710 Rubella and Pregnancy
2309 Genital Warts2717 Miscarriage
2310 Gonorrhea2719 Stretch Marks from Pregnancy
2311 Syphilis2720 Cesarean Section
2312 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease2723 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
2315 Trichomoniasis2724 Premenstrual Syndrome
2426 Precautions during Pregnancy750 Postpartum Depression
2600 Birth Control2752 Complications after Delivery
2640 Bacterial Vaginosis2753 Bottle-Feeding
2643 Vaginal Yeast Infections2754 Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum Period
2650 Menopause and Perimenopause2755 Mastitis While Breast-Feeding
2651 Hormone Therapy2756 Rh Sensitization during Pregnancy