American Academy of Family Physicians
Family doctor.org: Strep Throat
This article provides brief but factual information on strep throat that answers some basic, commonly asked questions that people have about the illness. It is a good site to get a basic overview on the subject.
American Association for Clinical Chemistry
Lab Tests Online: West Nile Virus
This interesting site explains what West Nile Virus is, lists the symptoms of this virus, describes the tests utilized to diagnose the illness, and discusses prevention and treatment.
American Association for Clinical Chemistry
Lab Tests Online: Diabetes
This effective site explains what diabetes is and provides links to the three types of diabetes, signs and symptoms, and tests to diagnosis the illness.
American Academy of Family Physicians
Family doctor.org: E. Coli Infection
This article provides a concise overview of the E. coli illness. It proceeds to tell what it is, how you can get the virus, what the symptoms are, how it is diagnosed and treated, and the resource lists different ways in which you can...
My Hero Project
My Hero: Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Use this resource to learn about the life of writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez, whose works were fueled by politics, revolution, war, and personal illness. This article includes details about Marquez personal life as well as his public life...
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Meningitis
Read an overview of the communicable illness meningitis. Includes a fact sheet on types of meningitis, methods of transmission and ways in which the disease is treated.
Other
The Health Success: Nutrition for Your Cells
Basically, the stronger your immune system the healthier you are and, as a consequence, the more protected you are from environmental factors that lead to infection and sickness. If you eat foods that are rich in the nutrients your body...
Read Works
Read Works: Saving Anna's Family
[Free Registration/Login Required] A literary text about a girl with cancer and the financial an emotional strain it puts on her family. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Texas Heart Institute
Texas Heart Institute: Heart Information Center: Congestive Heart Failure
This site discusses congestive heart failure, different medicines used to treat it, and surgical procedures which may be necessary.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Immune Cells in Action
In this video segment from The Secret of Life, watch as a virus attacks a cell, and learn how the immune system reacts to this onslaught. Includes background reading material and discussion questions. [1:40]
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: First Aid
An A to Z reference guide to administering first aid for dozens of injuries or health conditions.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Pandemics Spread
A discussion about the globalization of disease, and the implications of a pandemic. Mark Honigsbaum describes the history of pandemics and how scientists can help prevent future outbreaks. [8:00]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Nclex Rn Questions on Psychotic Disorders 1
Use these practice questions on psychotic disorders to review for the NCLEX-RN test.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke
What are the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke? Learn the answer to this question and learn about emergency treatment in case of heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
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.
Open Door Team
Open Door Web Site: Plymouth Settlement
Settlement at Plymouth had a rocky start. Read about the disease, bad weather, and help from the Indians.
Cynthia J. O'Hora
Mrs. O's House: Concussion and Head Injury Action Plan
Concussions and head injuries are the buzz in sports today. Address concussion and head injuries in the classroom and provide students resources to research and report on findings.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Deadly Ascent: Body Breakdowns
Explore the injuries mountain climbers can sustain when they reach high altitudes, and discover how extreme cold can damage the human body.
Other
Skin Site: Recognizing & Treating Shingles Effectively
This site defines shingles, its causes, its symptoms, its treatment, and post-herpetic neuralgia. Includes several pictures.
Other
South Dakota Dept. Of Health: Trichinosis
Answers to the most common questions about foodborne illnesses - specific to Trichinosis.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Falls Instruction Sheet
Falls can cause injuries like bruises, cuts, and broken bones. Learn what to do in case you or another person falls.
American Academy of Family Physicians
Family doctor.org: Nausea and Vomiting
This article presents information about nausea and vomiting, including potential causes. Links are also provided for information on additional subjects.
Other
Ccohs: Brusitis
This site, sponsored by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety provides information on busitis such as treatment, symptoms and prevention.
Healthline Media
Medical News Today: Articles: Blood: What Is Anemia? What Causes Anemia?
Information about the most common disorder of the blood, anemia. Learn how anemia is detected, diagnosed, and treated.
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