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Aetna Intelihealth

Aetna: Inteli Health: Types of Allergies

For Students 9th - 10th
Insightful article that categorizes and describes the various types of allergies. Also gives information on treatment of symptoms.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Rashes: The Itchy Truth

For Students 3rd - 5th
Whether it is caused by a certain type of soap or chemical, or a certain plant, rashes aren't any fun. Read more about certain types of rashes, what to expect when you have a rash, and how to avoid getting them.
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Aetna Intelihealth

Aetna: Inteli Health: Insect Venom Allergies

For Students 9th - 10th
Informational article that includes images and descriptions of several insects that often cause allergic reactions as well as information on prevention and treatment.
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WebMD

Medicine Net: Hives

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from MedicineNet.com provides the reader with great information on hives. Gives a definition and description, along with information on how they develop and the known causes. Links are provided throughout the article for...
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US National Library of Medicine

Medline Plus: Allergic Reactions

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Food Allergies

For Students 3rd - 5th
Here is a great explanation of what food allergies are, why people have them, and how to live with them. Do you know someone that is allergic to a certain type of food? Read here to find out why.
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WebMD

Web Md: Hives

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from WebMD Health provides everything you need to know about hives. Where are they found, what causes them, how can they be treated, and more. The basics, the symptoms and the treatments are all discussed.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Food Allergies

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the MayoClinic.com contains great information on the food allergy. The sections that are covered in the article include: signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, screening, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
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Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: Rashes: The Itchy Truth

For Students 4th - 7th
Learn about the different types of rashes and what you can do to prevent them in this article for kids.
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About Kids Health

About Kids Health: Hives

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a featured article on hives including information on what they are, causes, treatment, and associated problems.
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Other

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource describes an organization that is involved in studies and treatments of allergies. Research and education are also important parts of this organization.
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Curated OER

Hives (Urticaria) on the Arm

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.
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Curated OER

Hives (Urticaria) on the Chest

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.
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Curated OER

Hives (Urticaria) Close Up

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Hives (Urticaria) on the Trunk

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.