Curated OER
The Mature Adult in the Lifecycle
Pupils define lifespan, longevity, and life expectancy. They identify factors that contribute to a longer lifespan. They recognize social, psychological, and physical ways to reach maximum lifespan.
Curated OER
How Long Does Trash Last
Students work in cooperative groups to estimate how long trash lasts in a landfill. They study environmental consequences of not recycling and use graph-making software to create a graph that illustrates the lifespan of trash items...
Curated OER
How Old Is Old?
Students explore longevity in the United States and the impact of one living longer. Statistics are used to identify life expectancy of an individual from his or her birth. Gender differences are investigated.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Should You Take Statins?
This article on looks at statins, a family of drugs prescribed to lower cholesterol.
Other
Health Variations: Gender and Health
This article explores women's health vs. men's health. Includes discussion of why women's life cycle is typically longer than men's, and why women tend to report poorer health than men.
Other
Cardiovascular Disease: Facts, Prevention, Treatment
This site discusses lifestyle changes, nutrients, and medical options and precautions.
American Academy of Family Physicians
Aafp: Hypertension Treatment and the Prevention of Heart Disease in the Elderly
This article from the American Family Physician journal discusses medical research on the treatment of hypertension and its role in preventing coronary heart disease. Read about how doctors are treating and preventing hypertension and...
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Caloric Restriction and Aging
The Why Files uncover information pertaining to the link between caloric intake and longevity.
Other
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network: Learning Center: The Longevity Game
Interactive game gives players an idea of how long they can expect to live by weighing a variety of lifestyle factors related to diet, exercise, and habits.