Health Inventory

Increase your awareness of your own health and your commitment to it by completing a Health Inventory and Personal Wellness Contract.

Web Links

Chapter 14, Lesson 1
American Academy of Dermatology
http://www.aad.org/Kids/skinIndex.html
Today, magazines and TV shows are flooded with advertisements for skin care products. It seems that skin care has become as basic as brushing your teeth in the morning. But how much do you really know about caring for your skin? Did you know that waterproof sunscreen can make your skin break out? Do you know the difference between UVA and UVB rays? To find out, visit this site and learn about sunscreens, athlete's foot, rashes, and much more.

AcneNet
http://www.skincarephysicians.com/acnenet/
Does chocolate really cause breakouts? Does sunlight really help clear acne?This site dispels common myths and misconceptions about acne and offers advice on treating this common skin problem. In your own words, write a brief report on what causes acne and how to treat it.

CDC: Choose Your Cover
http://www.cdc.gov/chooseyourcover/index.htm
What do a hat, a beach umbrella, and sunscreen have in common? They all help to protect your skin from the sun. Visit this Web site to learn about the sun's ultraviolet rays, the risk factors for skin cancer, and ways to protect your skin. What are the three major types of skin cancer? Who is at risk for skin cancer? How can skin cancer be prevented?

Chapter 14, Lesson 2
Healthy Teeth
http://www.healthyteeth.org/
You probably already know the basics of tooth care: brushing and flossing. But do you know what really causes cavities and why it's so important to keep your teeth healthy? Make a list of ways you can prevent cavities from ever forming. For fun, also try one of the experiments listed under "Experiments and Activities."

American Dental Hygienists Association
http://www.adha.org/index.html
When you think of all the times you use your teeth each day-for eating, talking, and smiling-you realize why healthy teeth are so important. At this Web site, click on the "Oral Health Info" link to learn how to take care of your teeth and gums by eating healthful foods and brushing and flossing properly. What are the warning signs of periodontal disease? How can this disease be prevented?

Chapter 14, Lesson 3
Seeing, Hearing, and Smelling the World
http://www.hhmi.org/senses/
The brain sends and receives messages through a network of nerves. This network is like a complex highway system and sometimes the brain can be fooled into making a wrong turn. Read the first article about illusions and learn how the brain can be fooled by common visual signals.

Dissecting a Cow's Eye
http://www.exploratorium.edu/learning_studio/cow_eye/
By now you might have seen quite a few textbook illustrations of the eye, but have you ever wished you could just take it apart to see what makes it tick? Well, now you can. Learn the different parts of the eye by following this step-by-step dissection of a cow's eye. Listen to audio explanations as you view the photos.

Concentration 1

Concentration 2