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Aetna Intelihealth

Aetna: Inteli Health: Asthma

For Students 9th - 10th
Thorough overview of asthma. Includes information on symptoms, treatment, prevention, and much more.
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Unit Plan
Anatomical Travelogue

Story md.com: Asthma

For Students 9th - 10th
Asthma causes one's airways to become sore and swollen. An attack means a person's lungs are getting less air. Learn about two types of treatment.
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Aetna Intelihealth

Aetna: Inteli Health: Using a Peak Flow Meter

For Students 9th - 10th
This article briefly describes how a peak flow meter can help you determine the severity of your asthma using peak flow "zones."
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Handout
About Kids Health

About Kids Health: Asthma: An Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
Features extensive illustrated information on asthma. Learn what it is, what happens when you have an attack, the triggers, warning signs, consequences, medicines and treatment.
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Website
Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Asthma

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a great starting point for anyone doing research or a report on asthma. Organized into several sections -- including "Signs and Symptoms," "Screening and Diagnosis," and "Treatment."
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Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Asthma

For Students 9th - 10th
Organized into brief sections with general information, causes, and treatments, this article on asthma is a good introduction to the disease.
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Website
BBC

Bbc Health: What Causes Asthma?

For Students 9th - 10th
What causes asthma? What are the symptoms? What's the treatment? Can I prevent asthma? The aforementioned questions are answered in this comprehensive site.