Polio: Dangerous and Debilitating
Background In the 1940s and 1950s, a polio epidemic in the US left tens of thousands paralyzed. One well-known victim was President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Public Health
HIV/AIDS: Act up!
Have You Ever? Kaya recently tested HIV-positive – she contracted HIV from her pregnant mother when she was still a baby. Right now, Kaya and
Social Determinants of Health: Beyond Biology
The Problem Jamal and Cody go to the same school and have become best friends despite living in different neighborhoods. Cody lives in a rich
Menstrual Heath: I’ve Got the World on a String
Have You Ever? Have you ever forgotten to pack a tampon when you needed it? Most likely, you got one from a friend or the
Pollution: Trash that Trashes Your Health
Introduction Imagine that you’re sitting in your elementary school classroom. The bell rings for recess and your teacher takes your class out to the playground.
Sanitation: Toilet Talk
Problem Imagine it’s 2 AM and you have to pee. You stumble out of bed, walk down the hall to the bathroom, lock the door,
Levels of Prevention: Our Lines of Defense
Introduction Samantha, Jim, and Nina are in algebra class together. Recently, their teacher taught them about factoring. Nina decided to stay after class that day
Malaria: Not Over Yet
Introduction Imagine that your family has planned a vacation to Nigeria. You’re excited to experience the culture, try new foods, see wildlife, and meet new
Vaccinations: Shots that Save Lives
Introduction Imagine you are camping in the woods with your friend Steve. Out of nowhere, a black bear comes out in front of both of
Mental Health: Feeling Fit
Have You Ever? Have you ever experienced physical discomfort when having negative emotions? Maybe an important test has you so worried that you feel overwhelmed
