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US National Library of Medicine

Medline Plus: Stress Echocardiography

For Students 9th - 10th
A stress echocardiogram can help a doctor see how the heart responds to exercise. This tutorial explains how the test works and its risks and benefits.
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National Institutes of Health

Niddk: The Health Risks of Being Overweight

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from NIDDK provides an article and weight for height chart. Discusses Type 2 diabetes and associated health problems and effective preventative measures.
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American Psychological Association

Apa Help Center: Violence Warning Signs

For Students 9th - 10th
This brochure, from the American Psychological Association, offers a comprehensive overview of violent behavior and the warning signs associated with this behavior. Content includes a focus on the different reasons for violence, how to...
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The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry

Abpi: Safety at Work

For Students 9th - 10th
Go inside a pharmaceutical company, and take a virtual tour of the safety signs you might find there. After the tour, students do a quick, interactive self-check activity. Printable review sheets may be used as a follow-up activity.
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Other

Wisconsin Educational Communications Board: Financial Literacy: Teach It!

For Students 9th - 10th
Students at all grade levels learn about basic finance skills and explore ways to make informed decisions about their financial future.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Asthma a Speaker's Kit

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, you can find material useful for presentations and reports concerning the chronic disease asthma. This website contains links to slides of information about asthma, and provides short paragraphs of information with each slide....
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Gout

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the MayoClinic.com provides extensive information on the illness "gout." Answers the question, "What is Gout?," as well as various signs, symptoms, causes, risk factors, treatments, and much more.
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Childnet

Childnet: Online Gaming: An Introduction for Parents and Carers

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Internet safety advice is directly applicable to the gaming environment. It is essential that children are aware of the potential issues and are given the skills and knowledge to help manage and reduce these risks, with the help of those...
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Healthline Media

Medical News Today: What Are Cluster Headaches?

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover what cluster headaches are and what causes them in this informative article from Medical News Today. Learn about the signs and symptoms, the duration, the risk factors, treatment options, and how you can prevent them.
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Federal Reserve Bank

Katrina's Classroom: Teaching Money Skills for Life

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners will participate in Katrina's Classroom curriculum provided by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. The lesson emphasizes the importance of being prepared for a financial emergency. This is a Commerce and Information Technology...
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WebMD

Web Md: Rotator Cuff Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD Health provides a good deal of information on rotator cuff disorders. Includes several pictures along with links to additional information. Also, facts are given on causes, symptoms, risks, treatment options,...
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CNN

Cnn: How Keeping Your Cool Could Help Your Heart

For Students 9th - 10th
Type A personalities or individuals with a "short fuse" may be 3 times more likely to have a heart attack. This CNN research article provides support for stress reduction techniques like yoga.
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Other

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City: Do I Have What It Takes Entrepreneur? [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A series of lessons which introduces the concept of entrepreneurship and its importance in today's global economy.
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US Department of Agriculture

Choose My Plate: Why Is Physical Activity Important?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site includes a simple list of reasons why getting exercise is important for your physical and emotional well-being. Also, learn definitions and examples of aerobic activities, resistance activities, and stretching activities.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Asthma

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a great starting point for anyone doing research or a report on asthma. Organized into several sections -- including "Signs and Symptoms," "Screening and Diagnosis," and "Treatment."

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