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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Health of the Digestive System

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Most people have problems with their digestive system once in a while. These could be symptoms of foodborne illness, food allergies, or a food intolerance. Learn...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Harmful Bacteria

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] With so many species of bacteria, some are bound to be harmful. Harmful bacteria can make you sick. They can also ruin food and be used to hurt people. Learn more...
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Handout
New York State Dept. of Health

New York State Dept. Of Health: Trichinosis

For Students 9th - 10th
Answers to the most common questions about trichinosis. From what is it, to ways to prevent it.
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Website
US Department of Agriculture

Usda: Dangers of Buffets

For Students 9th - 10th
Buffets can be breeding grounds for germs causing foodborne illness. Clostridium Perfringens is commonly referred to as "cafeteria germ" due to prolonged exposure at incorrect temperatures. Read how to protect yourself.
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Handout
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Trichinellosis

For Students 9th - 10th
Information is provided about Trichinellosis, such as causes, features, diagnosis and treatment.
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Website
Texas A&M University

Texas A&m Agrilife Extension: Bacterial Food Poisoning

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that discusses the most common causes of bacterial food poisoning; among these is Staphylococcus Aureus. Staph is discussed individually, with specific information. Also general info is given as to how to prevent bacterial...
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Website
Other

Partnership for Food Safety Education: Fight Bac!

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides guidelines for safe food handling, as well as information on foodborne illnesses, including causes, symptoms, and impact on society, and downloadable materials through which teachers can teach and promote food safety in homes,...
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Article
Curated OER

Cbc News: Listeria Outbreak Linked to Recalled Meat Products

For Students 9th - 10th
A link between a deadly nationwide bacterial outbreak and recalled meat products from Maple Leaf Foods was announced. More products have been recalled by the company.
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Handout
University of Arizona

University of Arizona: Staphylococcus Aureus

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided for by the University of Arizona. Food safety, preparation, and storage tips - related to staphylococcus. A description of what it is and how you can prevent it during food preparation.
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Handout
Other

South Dakota Dept. Of Health: Shigellosis

For Students 9th - 10th
What is it? Who gets it? How is it spread? What are the symptoms? Answers to these and many more questions reagarding shigellosis.
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Handout
Other

South Dakota Dept. Of Health: Trichinosis

For Students 9th - 10th
Answers to the most common questions about foodborne illnesses - specific to Trichinosis.
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Handout
Other

State of New Jersey Dept. Of Health: Shigellosis [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Everything you need to know about shigellosis from causes to treatment and prevention. Very informative.
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Handout
CNN

Cnn: Dangerous Listeria Bacteria

For Students 9th - 10th
News story including general information about a listeria outbreak, listeria among pregnant women, warnings from doctors, informational numbers to call and info on safe food handling to prevent listeria contamination.