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Using the State Curriculum: Health, Grade 6

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Disease Prevention and Control:

Health:

Disease Prevention and Control

Standard 7.0 Disease Prevention and Control

Students will demonstrate the ability to apply prevention and treatment knowledge, skills, and strategies to reduce susceptibility and manage disease.

Topic

D. Risk Factors

Indicator

  • 1. Investigate the impact of cancer on the individual.
Objectives
  1. Identify types of cancer and organs most commonly affected.
  2. Describe behaviors to reduce the risk of developing cancer.

Indicator

  • 2. Demonstrate knowledge regarding dangers of excessive exposure to the sun and methods of protection.
Objectives
  1. Identify three negative effects of unprotected excessive exposure to the sun.
  2. Identify three risk factors for skin cancer.
  3. Describe personal behavior decisions that will decrease the risk for skin cancer.

Topic

E. Disease and Society

Indicator

  • 1. Evaluate media messages related to disease/disease prevention.
Objectives
  1. Describe the impact of media messages on disease control.
  2. Explore media influences on public fear and resulting changes in human behavior.