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A video that discusses the ingredients in vaccines and what each of them do.
Lesson plans for middle school students that teach biomedical engineering approaches to address health care problems.
Origami models that students can create of viruses, DNA, and more while also learning about the structures they’re building.
Research-based information for teens on how alcohol affects health, how to identify signs of a problem, and where to get help.
Resources and activities to help parents, caregivers, and teachers of middle school students introduce and reinforce key messages about important topics related to underage drinking