GCSE Biology : Global Health Topics

Here are some useful resources from the United States Department of Health and Human Services . The resources cover a range of health issues http://www.globalhealth.gov/global-health-topics/ “The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the U.S. government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans. HHS provides essential human services, especially for those who are least […]

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GCSE Biology Revision : Global Health Issues

This resource  looks at some global aspects of health issues, such as the impact of poverty and inequality, pharmaceutical company interests, as well as some global health initiatives and the changing nature of the global health problems being faced……..It is somewhat out-of-date (last updated 2011) , but nevertheless still relevant today  (main website is at […]

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GCSE Biology Revision : Bacteria and Viruses

What exactly is a virus? How does it differ from bacteria? Bacteria and viruses can cause many diseases, but the distinction between the two forms of microbes is often vague and confused. One of the main differences is the size. Compared bacteria, viruses are normally much smaller in size. The largest viruses are about the same size as the smallest bacteria. One other striking difference is in the […]

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