Curated OER
Nothing to Sneeze At
Students explore allergic reactions; they then synthesize their knowledge by creating informational pamphlets that help new allergy patients research the nature of allergies.
Curated OER
The Allergy Chronicles
Students discuss their preconceived ideas about allergic reactions. They assume the role of health writers preparing a special section for the school newspaper on allergies. They research information about allergies and discuss their...
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Asthma
Thorough overview of asthma. Includes information on symptoms, treatment, prevention, and much more.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Food Allergies
Informative overview of the facts associated with food allergies. Provides information on symptoms, treatment, prevention, and much more.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Types of Allergies
Insightful article that categorizes and describes the various types of allergies. Also gives information on treatment of symptoms.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Preventing Allergic Reactions
This site gives information on how to prevent an allergic reaction--anaphylaxis, rhinitis, skin conditions, etc.-- from happening. Also gives information on how to prepare for a reaction.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis)
Informational overview of hay fever. Includes information on diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and much more.
WebMD
Web Md: Airborne Allergens
This site from WebMD Health provides an article entitled, "Something in the Air: Airborne Allergens". Includes detailed information on why some people are allergic to certain substances, while others are not. Symptoms of airborne...
BBC
Bbc:test Your First Aid Skills
Find out how much you really know about using your first aid skills with this interactive program.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Woods & Camping Safety for the Whole Family
Be prepared for anything when going on a hiking or camping trip. Know what you need to be aware of in order to stay safe. Find information on insect bites, allergic reactions, proper camping attire, and safe drinking water, and learn...
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: What Is Allergy?
Extremely insightful article that explains what allergy is. Includes information on types of symptoms, how an allergy occurs, and common misconceptions about allergies.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Treatments for Specific Allergies
Briefly describes some of the treatments for the various allergic reactions--anaphylaxis, rhinitis, etc.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Insect Venom Allergies
Informational article that includes images and descriptions of several insects that often cause allergic reactions as well as information on prevention and treatment.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: How Allergy Safe Is Your Home?
Enlightening article about the types of allergens that exist in different rooms of your house. Gives information on how to eliminate the risks for each room.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Allergy Medications: Questions for Your Pharmacist
Nice article that gives you some questions to ask your pharmacist to help you find the correct allergy medication. It also gives a little background information on some of the drugs available.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Egg, Milk, or Wheat Allergies
Essentially a list of foods to avoid for each of the above allergies. An article about preventing reactions.
Other
Children's Health: Food Allergies in Children
What types of foods trigger allergic reactions? How can these allergic reactions be detected and treated? Find the answers to these questions and more at this website.
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Allergic Reactions
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.
WebMD
Web Md: Food Allergy and Intolerances
Go to this site from WebMD Health to get a comprehensive look at food allergies and intolerances, their symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatments. This article is very in-depth and provides a long list of resources at the end of the...
WebMD
Web Md: Hives
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.
WebMD
Web Md: Types of Allergies
This site from WebMD Health contains a list of all the various types of allergies. By clicking on each one, you can access a good deal of information. This is a great site to get general information on the whole subject.
About Kids Health
About Kids Health: Hives
Presents a featured article on hives including information on what they are, causes, treatment, and associated problems.
Curated OER
Kids Health: First Aid & Safety
This website includes several links that will help you learn first-aid skills that you might need to use in emergency situations. Learn how to deal with allergic reactions, animal bites, fevers, heat illness, nosebleeds, and other...
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: How to Recognize Allergy Symptoms
Brief article describing common allergy symptoms.