Publisher's Synopsis
Color Overheads Included! This book represents a program of basic studies dealing with disease and health. The nature of disease and types of diseases, including both non-communicable and communicable diseases are detailed. Information is provided on substance abuse and its effects on the human body. Each of the twelve teaching units in this book is introduced by a color transparency, which emphasizes the basic concept of the unit and presents questions for discussion. Reproducible student pages provide reinforcement and follow-up activities. The teaching guide offers descriptions of the basic concepts to be presented, background information, suggestions for enrichment activities, and a complete answer key.
