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Ask the Dietitian: Bulimia

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, you will read questions and personal experiences with bulimia, as well as a dietitian's response to each. Learn about the physical and emotional problems associated with this eating disorder through first-hand accounts.
Primary
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Community Resource Center

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Stars: Young Adults With Fas/fae

For Students 9th - 10th
At this website, read the personal stories of young men and women with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). This is a great resource for those wanting to learn more than just facts and statistics. Learn how adults with FAS overcome difficulties...
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Story md.com

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the astonishing world of health. Search 36,390 health topics and articles.
Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Mn Step: What Are Communicable Diseases and How Can We Prevent Them?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this activity, students will learn about infectious diseases caused by microorganisms, what causes them and how to protect oneself, and play a game where they play the role of a disease.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Endometriosis

For Students 9th - 10th
Menstruating monthly usually accompanies cramps. For some people these cramps can be excessively painful. If you are experiencing such pains you may have endometriosis. You can learn more about the condition in this article. It also...
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Coping With Common Period Problems

For Students 9th - 10th
Having a period usually comes with numerous other changes in the way your body feels and looks. If you're curious as to whether or not what you are feeling is normal, check out this site. It also includes links to related sites.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Gene Therapy

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Gene therapy is the insertion of genes into a person's cells to cure a genetic disorder. Could gene therapy be the cure for AIDS? No, AIDS is caused by a virus. Gene...
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction

For Students 9th - 10th
Substance use disorders are a class of psychological disorder in which a person continues to use a substance, despite having significant health, social, and other negative consequences as a result of their substance use.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Osgood Schlatter Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
If you're an active teenager and you frequently experience pain in joints such as your knees, you may have Osgood-Schlatter Disease. Find out more about the signs, symptoms, and treatment in this article. Links to similar sites are also...
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Osteomyelitis

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you know that bacteria can infect bones? Osteomyelitis is when bacteria infects a bone through a wound or through the blood stream. Signs, symptoms, and treatments are included in this site. Links to related articles are also available.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Varicocele

For Students 9th - 10th
The varicocele are veins in the male reproductive system that ensure the proper delivery of sperm. If you're interested in learning more about how this takes place or are concerned and need information, this is a good place to start....
Handout
Other

Disabled World: Famous People With Disabilities

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a list of well-known people with a disability or mental condition who have overcome their barriers to achieve and contribute to society. Divided by disability category and include actors, world leaders, singers, and...
Website
Other

Med Help: All Ask a Doctor Forums and Medical Communities

For Students 9th - 10th
The Med Help Support Communities provides questions and answers about most medical conditions as well as allowing you to type in a question and get a reply from a doctor.