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The H1N1 virus, formerly known as “swine flu”, is a new form of influenza affecting populations across the U.S.  Symptoms are similar to the seasonal flu and include fever, body ache, diarrhea and vom...

Breaking the Mold http://enviromysteries.thinkport.org/breakingthemold/ Lessons include mini-documentaries provided by EnviroMysteries,a video series for middle-school students that explores the relat...

TITLE ABSTRACT GRADE Lesson 8 Movement of Air Physical Model Activity The purpose of this lesson is foster an understanding of mechanical airflow. Students will create physical models that demonstrate...

NEA HIN was established as the NEA’s 501(c)(3) health and safety education division in 1987. The mission of HIN is to improve the health and safety of school personnel and students through the provisi...

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Also called: Herpes zoster, Postherpetic neuralgia Shingles is a disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus – the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you have chickenpox, the virus stays ...

Also called: Bronchopneumonia http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/pneumonia.html Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by an infection. Three common causes of pneumonia are bacteria...

Mental Health, Wellness, and Stress Management Mental health is just as important as physical health and can be a major contributor to physical health.  NEA HIN’s Mental Wellness program works to prom...

Health care now occupies 18% of the GDP of the U.S. at almost $2.5 trillion per year in expenditures. Now, more than ever before, young people are expected to make complex choices regarding hospitals ...