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National Institutes of Health

Niddk: Your Kidneys and How They Work

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a detailed description of both structure and function of the kidneys, the role they play in the urinary system, as well as provides information about kidney disease.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Elimination of Leprosy as a Public Health Problem

For Students 9th - 10th
This World Health Organization site offers information on the history of leprosy as well as the way the disease works and current efforts toward global elimination.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Why Should I Care About Germs

For Students 9th - 10th
Feeling stuffy? Running a fever? Well, read through this article and learn about the different types of germs and what you can do to prevent them. Don't miss the link that includes articles to similar sites.
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Other

Guinea Pig Health: Marty the Cyber Pig

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides facts about guinea pig anatomy as well as nutrition. It also suggest a daily diet designed to keep a guinea pig healthy. Lastly, it offers descriptions of some common guinea pig illnesses and how to treat them.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Veterinarian

For Students 9th - 10th
If you have an interest in animals and medicine, you might like to check out this Science Buddies career profile about what it takes to become a veterinarian. You can find out the education requirements and the many avenues that...
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WebMD

Web Md: Impetigo

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD Health provides great information on the bacterial skin infection known as impetigo. It gives a good basic overview and then provides links to information on symptoms as well as treatment.