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PBS

Pbs: Scientific American Frontiers: Searching for a Substitute

For Students 9th - 10th
This article on the history and development of the artificial heart examines past attempts at artificial heart transplant and looks at future research and development.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Denton A. Cooley, m.d.

For Students 9th - 10th
This article, on the life and achievements of Dr. Denton A. Cooley, focuses on his contributions to cardiovascular surgery. Read about how "Cooley's fame spread throughout the 1960s," through his work on infants with congenital heart...
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Cpr: A Real Lifesaver

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn how artificial respiration can help save a life. This website includes definitions terms "artificial respiration," "rescue breathing," and "chest compressions" and lists the emergency situations that would require someone to use...