Format
1. This program begins with defining communicable disease.
2. Then students participate in an interactive transmission activity.
3. We then demonstrate proper handwashing techniques.
4. Participants analyze common behaviors to determine amount of transmission risk.
5. Time is allowed for questions and answers.
Objectives
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
1. Define a communicable disease.
2. Define the difference between viruses and bacteria.
3. List three ways to reduce the spread of a communicable disease.
4. Identify four health promoting habits to practice daily.
5. State why remaining socially distant from peers is effective in slowing the spread of a virus.
6. Name at least two items that should not be shared with another person.
7. Identify at least two ways the body protects itself from germs.
Standards Alignment
National Standards
National Health Education Standards 1, 5, 7, 8.
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State Standards
Please see our website at www.mcmillenhealth.org for the alignment to the Indiana Health and Wellness Standards as well as the US National Health Education Standards.