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New analysis supports pandemic designation. An early analysis of the H1N1 swine-associated flu virus outbreak suggests that the virus spreads at a rate comparable to that of previous influenza pandemics.

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We’ve known that swine flu could cause a human pandemic for more than a decade – but no one paid attention. Our special report explores where the virus came from, whether the world can cope, and what treatments might be effective
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What should you do in case the swine flu outbreak causes even more serious consequences? Learn how to create a plan for your family.

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This Australian government site provides a range of up-to-date quality assessed information on health topics.

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Look closely at the structure of human airways connected to the lungs. Find out how breathing difficulties are caused through narrowing of the airways and swelling of the linings. Learn how the body responds to asthma attacks, and how they can be prevented or treated. Test your knowledge by matching words with their meanings.

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The aim of the Asthma Foundation is to contribute to the health and well being of the community through the prevention and managment of asthma. They have a wide selection of educational material that covers most aspects of asthma, including videos that may be borrowed for short periods of time.

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This is a colour clip introducing scientists in a laboratory trying to understand more about asthma in humans. The clip shows dust shaken from a rug and dust mites as well as an asthmatic using an inhaler. The clip also shows microscopic views of stained tissue and a scientist talking about the research.

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Look at health problems caused by high blood pressure. Find out how high blood pressure can be prevented or treated. Learn that doctors measure people's blood pressure while the heart is pumping blood and also at rest. Test your knowledge by answering multiple-choice questions.

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Online activities to look at the heart

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This is a colour clip showing fruit, vegetables and fish in a market with a scientist talking about the beneficial effects of fish oil for reducing potential heart attacks. The clip also shows a close-up of images of isolated beating heart muscle cells taken with a microscope camera, and a graph of the cells beating over time.

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National Heart Foundation of Australia carries out life-saving work in research, prevention and education to reduce the loss and suffering caused by cardiovascular disease (heart, stroke and blood vessel disease). Includes information on how the heart works, maintaining a healthy heart, statistics and Heart Foundation initiatives - Eat Smart for Heart

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Fact sheets on the heart, heart conditions and circulation problems. You can also listen to the fact sheets being read.

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NIH animation of the circulation system. Well-labeled, pronounciation guides and explanations of the blood, lungs and heart.

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The story of the pursuit of a practical artificial heart. Includes: Map of the Human Heart: how the human heart works; Amazing Heart Facts; Artificial Human; Pioneering Surgeon: O.H. Frazier; Operation: Heart Transplant: try your hand as a heart-transplant surgeon in this simplified online procedure.

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Find out how the heart pumps blood to the lungs to pick up oxygen, and then through arteries to the rest of the body. Learn what is meant by 'blood pressure' and 'pulse rate'. Listen to a heartbeat and learn how to count your own pulse rate. Test your knowledge by labelling a diagram of the circulatory system.

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In this unit students will examine the 5 food groups and complete a food a diary. They will then look at the influence that food choices have on their own health and decide how to improve their own and other's food choices.

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Information on stroke warning signs, children and heart disease, healthy lifestyle and glossary.

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National program to encourage heart health and physical activity. By registering, you can fundraise for the Heart Foundation.

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Explore the heart's development and structure. Follow the blood through the blood vessels. Wander through the weblike body systems. Learn how to have a healthy heart and how to monitor your heart's health. Look back at the history of heart science.

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Contents: 1 Origins and history of dance 2 Dance classification and genres 2.1 Dancing and music 3 Dance studies and techniques 4 Dance competitions 5 Dance occupations 6 Dance by ethnicity or region 6.1 Dance in South Asia 6.1.1 India 6.1.2 Bhangra in the Punjab 6.1.3 Dances of Sri Lanka 6.2 In Europe and North America 6.2.1 Concert (or performance) dance 2.1.1 Ballet 6.2.1.2 20th century concert dance 6.2.2 The influence of African American dance

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