TIES Curriculum Module

Title: Cancer Prevention

Teachers: Engle, Roe

Business: Hipple Cancer Research Center

Description: Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Treatment of different types of cancer comes in different forms, is expensive, and not always effective. Cancer is undefeated. The most promising approach to control this disease is through national awareness and steps for prevention. There is more time in a person's life to prevent cancer than the time cancer is detected for treatment. This 4-week unit is designed to familiarize high school students with effective cancer prevention education and their strengths & weaknesses in nutrition, exercise, and behavior. Students will also gain knowledge on services of the American Cancer Society, American Institute for Cancer Research, and the Department of Health and Human Services.

Subjects: Math, English/Communication/Language Arts, Health/Physical Education

Grade Level: 9-12

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