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ProCon

Right to Health Care

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Is health care a right or a privilege? Scholars review pro and con arguments to decide if all Americans should have the right to health care. They also watch informative videos and review information on the United States and...
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ProCon

Prescription Drug Ads

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Bayer Pharmaceuticals sold heroin as a cough medicine in the 1900s ... who knew? Scholars discover this, and other interesting facts, when they use the resource to prepare for a class discussion or debate. They browse videos, readers'...
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
The World Health Organization promotes physical, social, and mental well being all over the world. This site links you to all types of information and is very resourceful on a large variety of subjects.
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Other

Recreation & Health for Children

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Japanese content. The site aims to promote physical fitness for children and provides news items and information on fitness tests, how to exercise, where you to play sports, and how to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. You can...
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US Food and Drug Administration

U.s. Food and Drug Administration: Aromatherapy

For Students 9th - 10th
This government agency article states its view of aromatherapy and the claims of its effectiveness in promoting health.
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Other

American Holistic Health Association

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Holistic Health Association (AHHA) provides information on holistic medicine and promotes its use in standard medical practices.
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Other

Government of Alberta: Welcome to the Alberta Farm Safety Program

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The Alberta Farm Safety Program website contains an abundance of resources to promote agricultural safety and rural health. Included are articles, fact sheets and educational resources.
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American Chemical Society

The Pharmaceutical Century: The 1950s

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive review of the advances in medical research and technology in the 1950s credits the Cold War and Cold War thinking with promoting scientific research and government funding of that research, including medical issues. Find...
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Other

Pro Publica: Journalism in the Public Interest

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An independent newsroom that covers a wide variety of topics and events, which are often neglected by the mainstream media, and works to promote change. Explore investigative reports on politics, social-justice issues, technology, and...
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University of Texas Libraries

University of Texas: Ray and the Sunbeatables

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center created and developed Ray and the Sunbeatables: A Sun Safety Curriculum. The evidence-based curriculum educates children, parents and teachers about sun protection and promotes sun safety...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Creating a Caring Classroom Community

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Help early learners build healthy social and emotional skills with this special collection on promoting kindness, being just, and creating a caring classroom community! These activities, videos, tips, articles, and guides offer...
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Government of Canada

Responsible Pesticide Use

For Students 9th - 10th
This site promotes responsible pesticide use in the home and the outside environment.
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Other

American Rabbit Breeders Association, Inc.

For Students 9th - 10th
An organization for rabbit enthusiasts and rabbit breeders, to promote proper standards for rabbit shows and clubs. Information about rabbit care and rabbit health can be found under the 'Articles' tab.
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Other

Mercy Usa for Aid & Development

For Students 9th - 10th
This non-profit organization focuses on improving health and promoting economic and educational growth around the world. Find articles, photos, videos, and more resources that chronicle their efforts.
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Other

Ady.org: Are Parents and Teens Talking About Sex?

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides the percentages of parents and teens that talk about sexual relations, why some teens choose not to talk about it, and how it impacts their lives. This site is important for both parents and teens because lack of...
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Other

Chlorine Chemistry Division

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This resource aims to promote the use and application of chlorine in a responsible manner. Tends to focus on the many positive applications and downplay and health risks associated with some chlorine compounds, but a good source of...
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Other

Israeli Tai Chi Center

For Students 9th - 10th
This organization has a mission to teach the style of Tai Chi Chuan in the country of Israel and to promote the health of its membership.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse

Nida: Information on Common Drugs of Abuse

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive look at common drugs, including a link to each drug where you can find research reports, infofacts, publications, and notes.
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Other

Alliance for a Healthier Generation

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource is a website targeting teens who want to live a healthy lifestyle. Tips about good nutrition, ways to improve food offerings at school, and stories about teens who have made a difference. Free registration is required for...