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Obtaining Regular Check-ups and Recommended Services

Directions: Work with your group to develop articles and other pieces, such as immunization schedules, about the importance of getting regular check-ups and other services to prevent disease. Include an editorial emphasizing how appropriate health care can prevent disease, disability and premature death. Assign different topics to the students in the group. Write the name of the person responsible next to the topic.

Topic Who's working on It?
Immunizations:
  • Risk comparisons of diseases and the side effects/risks of immunizations
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  • Class survey on whether students are up-to-date on immunizations
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    Regular dental checkups:
  • Interview with a dental hygienist
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  • Comparison of costs and results of regular care with that of no professional care or poor personal dental care
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  • Value of early detection and intervention in dental problems
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    Regular medical checkups and screenings.