US Department of the Treasury
U.s. Department of Treasury: Health Savings Accounts
This site provides links to information about Health Savings Accounts.
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
Abpi: History of Medicine
A complete, self-guided lesson on the history of medicine and the advancements in medical technology. An interactive, virtual timeline helps students visualize the historical events. There is a self-checking quiz at the end of the lesson.
BBC
Bbc: The Welfare State 1945 2002
A timeline of the welfare state in Britain from 1945-2002. Highlights key events. Detailed and thorough resource.
PBS
Pbs: Frontline: Compare Health Issues in Ecuador and the United States
As a class watch a presentation about the issues facing health care in Ecuador. After viewing, have students discuss the differences between the United States and Ecuador's health care issues such as mortality rates, diseases, and ratio...
Other
Amos Web: A Pedestrian's Guide to the Economy
Exploring the economy can be a fun adventure with the Pedestrian's Guide to the Economy. Use this site to find your answers to economic topics in a user-friendly format with comic strip guides.
Emory University
Hispanic Patients Face Language Barriers in Emergencies
With the large number of non-English speaking people living in the U.S., language barriers are apparent. Problems with language barriers arise during health care. The article makes you think of the hardships involved. Suggestions are given.
New York Times
New York Times: Topics: George W. Bush: Medicare
[Free Registration/Login Required] If you are researching George W. Bush and Medicare, this New York Times page is a great site for news stories on those topics.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: The Alternative Fix
Investigate the expanding industry of alternative medicine, pondering whether this is good medicine or just good business. Analyze the role of government in regulating the industry, and explore alternative treatments and therapies...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Navigating Medicare's New Drug Benefit
In question and answer format, NPR takes a look at Medicare's new drug program and its effect on senior citizens. Links to numerous other NPR reports on this subject. 1/27/2006
Other
League of Women Voters
This resource provides information about important issues, relating towards female voters.
University of Georgia
University of Georgia: College of Veterinary Medicine: Horse Surgery
Have you ever wondered about how a horse is prepared for surgery? Interesting animal site lays out the whole process step-by-step.
Other
Medicare.gov: Medicare & You [Pdf]
This is the official U.S. government 2018 Medicare handbook in its entirety.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Can Health Care Be Cured of Racial Bias?
Article reports on the history and current status of racial bias in the health care industry. Includes an audio version of the story.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Health Care Coverage Debate
News story and discussion from February, 2006 covering President George W. Bush's Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and their effectiveness. Audio, Video and transcript of report is available.
ProCon.org
Pro Con: Obamacare: Is Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Good for America?
Website outlines the debate over the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act also known as Obamacare. Presents research, studies, videos and list of pro con statements.
ProCon.org
Pro Con: Should All Americans Have the Right (Be Entitled) to Health Care?
Website with comprehensive resources on the debate over the right to health care. Presents research, studies and arguments surrounding the topic.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: The Tech: Health Care Reform Requires Passage of Clinton Plan
Details Bill Clinton's health care reform plan.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: g.w. Bush Radio Address
President George W. Bush discusses the new Medicare programs during his speech in November, 2005. Text of his speech is located on this site.
CNN
Cnn: Deadline for Medicare Drug Plan Looms
News article from May, 2006, discussing the deadline that Medicare recipients are facing to enroll in Medicare's prescription drug benefit program.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: The Role of Bioethics in Medical Education
An article identifying how critical bioethics education is for those studying and practicing medicine in the 21st century.
PBS
Pbs: Now: Global Health
Explore resources to connect the cultural, social, economic and political effects of disease on individuals, families and communities. Study philanthropic efforts of Bill Gates, research world health issues and write a grant proposal.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Dr. Fix It
Explore the high cost of health insurance coverage in this country and identify the populations which have the most trouble affording it. Investigate and propose solutions to the problem of under-insured or uninsured members of our society.
PBS
Now With Bill Moyers: Rising Costs of Health Care
Explore and evaluate different points of view on the rising costs of health care in the U.S., and identify the impact of rising costs. Formulate a solution to this problem, and write a persuasive letter proposing ways to control health...