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Adult Congenital Heart Association

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has information and resources about congenital heart disease. The association "is a national organization for adults, and adolescents, with congenital heart disease (CHD)." It offers links to information and resources, support,...
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Heart Kids Nz

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource offers information dedicated to helping New Zealand children with congenital heart disease, offering basic resources, information, and FAQ of general interest.
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American Heart Association

American Heart Association: Congenital Heart Defects: Aortic Valve Stenosis

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore aortic valve stenosis, the improper closure of the aortic valve. Content describes what aortic regurgitation is with an animation, what causes it, and what can be done for this irregularity.
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WebMD

Web Md: Congenital Heart Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
WebMD offers information on congenital heart disease, including types, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Texas Heart Institute

Texas Heart Institute: Heart Information Center: Congenital Heart Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource defines congenital heart disease and offers information on many types.
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Texas Heart Institute

Texas Heart Institute: Heart Information Center: Congenital Heart Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
Defines congenital heart disease and offers information on many types. Also speculates on possible causes for fetal heart conditions.
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Texas Heart Institute

Texas Heart Institute: Heart Information Center: Heart Disease Risk Factors

For Students 9th - 10th
One-page article answers questions about heart disease risk factors in children and teenagers including high blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity.
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University of Texas Libraries

Denton Cooley

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biography of Texas heart surgeon Dr. Denton Cooley. Details the cardiologist's professional career quoting his personal reflections in the development of cardiovascular surgery.
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American Heart Association

American Heart Association: Conditions: Congenital Heart Defects

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn in-depth information about congenital heart defects and their impact on both children and adults. Information about types of heart defects, their impact on future health, causes and treatment options are also given.
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The Children's Heart Foundation

For Students 9th - 10th
A foundation homepage that is helping children with congenital heart disease.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Heart Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
A revealing chart is found in this brief site that illuminates the areas of the country where the highest heart disease death rates are found. You will also find heart disease facts which contain several revealing points about the...