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American Heart Association

American Heart Association: Low Blood Pressure

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents low blood pressure as a common side effect of pregnancy, some medications, and other circumstances, but as an indication of a potential problem if associated with a provided list of warning signs and symptoms.
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Other

Catie (Canadian Aids Treatment Information Exchange)

For Students 9th - 10th
CATIE is a Canadian organization that provides support and information to people affected by HIV and AIDS, and those seeking information on AIDS prevention. The site offers many resources, for example, information for HIV-infected...
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Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
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Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
Handout
Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
Handout
Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
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Curated OER

Kids Health: For Parents: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This article is helpful in giving facts about fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), including signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention. Also available in Spanish by clicking tab "Lea este articulo en Espanol".
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities reminds everyone that, "FAS is 100% preventable if a woman does not drink alcohol while she is pregnant." The condition is described, new reports and findings are...
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities reminds everyone that, "FAS is 100% preventable if a woman does not drink alcohol while she is pregnant." The condition is described, new reports and findings are...
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Supreme Court History: Expanding Civil Rights: Roe v. Wade (1973)

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS' series on the Supreme Court covers several landmark cases, perhaps the most controversial of which is Roe v. Wade. Read about the case here, the reasons for the ruling that was made, and the exceptions to the ruling.
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US Department of Agriculture

Food and Nutrition Topics a to Z

For Students 9th - 10th
More than just food and nutrition links can be found in this index of health topics. The USDA's Food and Nutrition Information Center provides access to a world of health information.
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National Institutes of Health

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a wealth of materials and resources regarding alcohol abuse and alcoholism. Content includes an FAQ section, pamphlets and brochures, training materials, illustrations and photographs, and much more.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Kids' Quest: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Students 9th - 10th
What is fetal alcohol syndrome and why is it important for me to know about it? By completing this Web quest you will find out the answer to this question and hopefully be more knowledgable about fetal alcohol syndrome.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse

Nida: Research Report Series: Tobacco, Nicotine, and E Cigarettes

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed report presents research and findings concerning tobacco and its short-term and long-terms effects on the human body.
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Colorado State University

Colorado State University: Thyroid Hormones

For Students 9th - 10th
A study suggesting that the presence of thyroid hormones in pregnancy has a dramatic effect on the development of the fetal brain.
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George Washington University

40th Anniversary of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty

For Students 9th - 10th
Near the end of the protracted negotiations that produced the historic Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) 40 years ago, U.S. government officials warned that countries could legally reach "nuclear pregnancy" under the Treaty and then...
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Other

Monitoring Physiological Changes: Scientific Basis of Fertility Awareness

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn all you can with this guide to fertility awareness. Clear explanations regarding male and female physiology and how it is related to fertility. Discover the best times to become pregnant or to avoid it. Links to other pregnancy and...
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Embryonic and Fetal Development

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson will describe the stages of development of an embryo during pregnancy.
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PBS

Nova Online: Life's Greatest Miracle

For Students 9th - 10th
The miracle of life is featured in this wonderful series of short videos and journal entries. A variety of topics are covered in this well written, authoritative piece.
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Other

Guidelines for Teens: Thinking About Sexuality: Activity

For Students 9th - 10th
As a teen, making considerations about sexual activity can be quite complicated. There are numerous issues to be aware of that have both physical and emotional implications. The article is well written and quite comprehensive.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Welcoming a New Baby Into Your Family

For Students 3rd - 5th
Having a new brother or sister can create many opportunities and challenges for you. You can show how responsible you can be by helping as much as you can. You will have to deal with all the attention that the baby receives from your...
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WebMD

Web Md: Cold Sores

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD Health provides great information on cold sores. It begins with a topic overview that covers subjects such as what are cold sores, what causes cold sores, and how they are spread. Information is also included on...
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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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National Institute on Drug Abuse

Prenatal Drug Exposure and Drug Abusing Environments

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, read findings based on clinical studies and medical research which focus on prenatal drug exposure and its short-term and long-term effects. Learn about how methamphetamine, cocaine, and alcohol can cause problems for developing...

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