[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how viruses cause human diseases.

This site from the MayoClinic.com provides great information on the cancer of the lymphatic system known as Hodgkin's disease. The article includes facts on signs and symptoms, causes, treatment and coping skills.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of human diseases caused by fungi.

Use these practice questions on celiac disease to review for the NCLEX-RN test.

Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder. Learn what it is and how it is passed on, what sickle cell crisis is and its cause, the signs and symptoms of sickle cell disease, how it is treated, tips for traveling if you have it,...

This website provides information about nutrition, health, and heart disease. It also discusses specific types of vitamin and mineral supplements you can take to improve or maintain your health.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers some common kidney diseases and dialysis.

This resource provides information about Crohn's disease, including, symptoms and treatments.

Get the latest government information on HIV-AIDS, allergies, the development of vaccines, and other health-related research topics.

The CDC offers a wealth of information regarding several specific topics that fall under nutrition including good health, exercise, diet and more.

Through a series of lessons, teachers can introduce students to epidemiology. Each lessons includes activities with teacher background information. The lessons can all be taught together or teacher can choose ones most applicable to...

At this website, learn alternate names for maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) and various findings about the disease from several medical studies. At the bottom of the page, click on the "PubMedID" associated with each reference to read an...

This site discusses and defines Crohn's Disease. Mentions the causes and possible treatments for the disease. Also provides dietary recommendations.

From MedlinePlus, a video tutorial featuring information on Parkinson's Disease with accompanying text. Includes closed captioning option. [0:24]

This article from Science Daily discusses a virus found in the nervous system of Lou Gehrig's Disease victims and it's possible cause.

Learn about some autoimmune disorders that affect human health.

Take a look at some disorders of the human Excretory system.

Whether studying health or physical education, this site explains the importance of lifestyle when trying to lose weight and get in shape.

Who needs physical activity? How can it help? Find out here with this introduction to physical activity from the CDC.

Provides basic information on West Nile virus including how to avoid it and a map that shows which parts of the United States have the most cases.

In this lesson plan, students will assess what items in the classroom are touched the most. Students will investigate germs and distinguish between communicable and noncommunicable diseases.

A great description and explanation of the exchange that took place between the Old World and New World as a result of European exploration. Find examples of plants, animals, and diseases that were traded as a result of exploration and...

Online presentations on more than 150 health topics, diseases, and conditions, from acne to viruses. Each plays as a slide presentation, with sound, that you can control or set to autoplay. Time varies from 5-20 minutes. Available in...

Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a parasite called Plasmodium that invades red blood cells and liver cells. The parasites are transferred to humans by the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. The article discusses how...