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CNN

Cnn en Espanol: Week of 10 28 13: La Casa Blanca Se Convierte en La Casa Rosa

For Students 9th - 10th
In Spanish. Brief article notes that the White House was changed to the "Pink House" for one night to raise breast cancer awareness.
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Nbcc: National Breast Cancer Coalition

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a political action group homepage. It has links to political agenda information, and news releases that NBCC has given out.
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American Academy of Family Physicians

Family doctor.org: Breast Problems in Men

For Students 9th - 10th
The flowchart on male breast problems in this article allows you to link symptoms with possible diagnosis and treatment. Includes possible symptomns of gynecomastia and male breat cancer.
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Feminist Majority Foundation Online

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Feminist Majority Foundation identifies key areas in which they are working to establish equality for women: Find information on women and girls in sports, breast cancer center, feminist career center, global feminism,...
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British Library

British Library: Discovering Literature: Frances Burney's Account of Her 'Terrible Operation'

For Students 9th - 10th
The diarist and novelist Frances Burney was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1810 and wrote an account of her 'terrible operation' for her sisters. Jenni Murray considers why this is one of the most courageous pieces of writing she has...
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University of Utah

University of Utah: Genetic Science Learning Center: Examples of Multifactorial Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this drop-down menu to explore genetic conditions that involve variations in multiple genes, often coupled with environmental causes (multifactorial disorders). Examples of disorders include breast and ovarian cancer, colon cancer,...
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Aetna Intelihealth

Aetna: Inteli Health: Mammography

For Students 9th - 10th
Thorough overview of mammography. Includes information on what it's used for, how it's done, its risks, and much more.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 11.77 Reproductive System Disorders

For Students 5th - 9th
Read about some of the most common reproductive disorders in both males and females.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Gerald Ford: Elizabeth "Betty" Ford, First Lady

For Students 9th - 10th
Article chronicles the life of Betty Ford, known for her pro-women stance during the 1970s. Important topics include her candid approach to issues such as breast cancer, addictions to alcohol and pain medications, psychiatric counseling,...
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The White House

The White House: First Ladies: Betty Ford

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the biography of former First Lady Betty Ford, who survived breast cancer, bouts with alcohol, and drug dependency.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Health Topic: Women's Health

For Students 9th - 10th
From assisted reproductive technology to women's safety and health issues at work, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention covers many women's health issues.
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Biotechnology Institute

Biotechnology Institute: Your World: Cracking the Code of Life [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
The Biotechnology Institute, in conjunction with a special titled, "Cracking the Code of Life" from NOVA/WGBH television, presents this issue dedicated to explorations of the human genome, one of the most exciting and provocative areas...
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Learning Imaging Techniques!

For Teachers 10th - 12th
During this activity, students will be introduced to the concepts of the challenge. They will generate ideas for solving the grand challenge first independently, then in small groups. Finally, as a class, students will compile their...
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Curated OER

Mammogram

For Students 9th - 10th
This National Public Radio story compares the conflicting results of recent studies on the effectiveness of mammography in detecting breast cancer.
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Food Insight: Everything You Need to Know About Caffeine

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is information on caffeine originally published in pamphlet form. Read interesting information on the history of caffeine use and facts about how caffeine is linked to various health problems and conditions.

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