Curated OER
When Germs Attack!
Students explore the hidden world of microbes and how our bodies spring into action in response to diseases. This ten lesson unit presents data on several microbial diseases and the reaction of the body's immune system.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How We'll Stop Polio for Good
Aylward lays out the plan to continue the scientific miracle that ended polio in most of the world- and to snuff it out everywhere, forever. [23:00]
Curated OER
Kids Health: Rubeola (Measles)
This site provides a detailed article about measles. Contents of the article include information on signs and symptoms, prevention, duration and contagiousness, home treatment, professional treatment, and when to call your doctor.
WebMD
Web Md: Influenza
This site from WebMD Health explores what influenza is, various causes and symptoms, how to treat it, when to call a doctor, and much more.
WebMD
Web Md: Influenza
This site explores what influenza is, various causes and symptoms, how to treat it, when to call a doctor, and much more.
WebMD
Web Md: Measles (Rubeola)
Resource provides great information on Measles (Rubeola). Links provide facts on symptoms, medical tests, wellness and support. This site is well organized and contains great in-depth factual information along with a picture.
Other
Immunization Action Coalition: Vaccine Information: Rubella
Comprehensive information about rubella and the vaccine that prevents it. Contains a Q & A section, photos, true case histories, and references to other resources.
Other
Immunization Action Coalition: Vaccine Information: Rabies
Comprehensive information about rabies and the vaccine that prevents it. Contains a Q & A section, photos and videos, true case histories, and references to other resources.
Other
Immunization Action Coalition: Vaccine Information: Polio
Comprehensive information about polio and the vaccine that prevents it. Contains a Q & A section, photos and videos, true case histories, and references to other resources.
Other
Immunization Action Coalition: Vaccine Information: Mumps
Comprehensive information about mumps and the vaccine that prevents it. Contains a Q & A section, photos, true case histories, and references to other resources.
Other
Immunization Action Coalition: Vaccine Information: Measles
Comprehensive information about measles and the vaccine that prevents it. Contains a Q & A section, photos and videos, true case histories, and references to other resources.
Other
Immunization Action Coalition: Vaccine Information: Influenzae Type B
Comprehensive information about influenzae type b and the vaccine that prevents it. Contains a Q & A section, photos and videos, true case histories, and references to other resources.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Infectious Diseases Cards: Rubella [Pdf]
Fact sheet on the rubella virus describes its symptoms as well as how it is contracted and how it is prevented.