Worldwide Helium Shortage Threatens More Than Just Balloons | NBC Nightly News

Helium is used to fill balloons but is also a critical element used around the world in medical equipment, airbags, and for high speed internet or cable. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video: NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features , , , Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Visit : Find NBC News on Facebook: Follow NBC News on Twitter: Follow NBC News on Instagram: Worldwide Helium Shortage Threatens More Than Just Balloons | NBC Nightly News