Viral Infections and Pandemics

Learn about viruses that can infect the human body, how they can cause epidemics and pandemics, and how best to protect yourself against infectious diseases like COVID-19 in this interactive tutorial.
Resource ID#: 191375 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: COVID-19, coronavirus, corona, covid, covid 19, covid19, flu, spanish flu, quarantine, social distancing, influenza, cholera, ebola, viral infection, viruses, diseases, epidemics, pandemics, safety, preventative measures, hygiene, vaccines, The Black Plague, infections, pathology, distance, hand washing, science, society, biology, life science, interactive, tutorials, elearning, e-learning
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Science - Grades K-8

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