Fifty million people catch dengue fever each year. Understanding the transmission and symptoms of this disease helps people prevent and treat it. Learn about multiple intervention strategies and view graphs of their effects to stop the...

Middle schoolers and high schoolers examine the ethics of using human test subjects in scientific research. They do a simulation which focuses on yellow fever and how human subjects were used to develop a treatment/cure for the disease...

Students consider the role of climate change in the occurrence of vector born diseases such as malaria. In small groups, they research a specific vector to complete an information chart on climate changes in the region where the vector...

Seventh graders investigate the life cycle of the mosquito. In this life cycle lesson, 7th graders gain knowledge about the diseases mosquitos carry. Students breed mosquitos and investigate their eggs. Students collect and record...

Students explore the concept of water as a resource and as a human right. In this conservation lesson, students record and chart personal water usage and consumption then brainstorm ways in which to responsibly reduce water waste.

Students conduct research projects to determine the effects of climatic changes on the spread of infectious diseases throughout regions. After conducting their Internet research, students develop mini-presentations on their given disease...

This article describes the growing epidemic of dengue fever, or DHF, in Mexico and other tropical areas. The virus is caused by mosquitos. Registration is required.

This article describes the growing epidemic of dengue fever, or DHF, in Mexico and other tropical areas. The virus is caused by mosquitos.

Learn about how Dengue is transmitted and what it does to the human body.

This site has a 3D model of the RNA genome virus, Dengue. This virus causes dengue fever in humans and is mosquito-borne. The site also includes a file to download to print to a 3D printer.

Compiled set of resources about dengue, including frequently asked questions, facts, maps of areas at risk, treatment, and prevention techniques.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about scientists genetically engineering a mosquito that will not carry a disease called dengue fever. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading...

Disease maps that trace the incidence of West Nile virus, encephalitis and dengue fever across the United States and its territories demonstrate one of the many uses of geography.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information on over 40 diseases that travelers might need to be prepared for. Information includes description of disease, risk for travelers, preventive measures and treatment.

This reference source provides directions for emergency preparedness and how to respond to emergencies.

The United Nations has distributed this list to make school age children aware of the communicable diseases that have most recently had an effect on society. Good descriptions are provided for each of the 11 diseases.