Special School Programs
Health Awareness Thursdays
November 5, 12, and 19
What are some of the most critical issues in human health today? Guest scientists explain their areas of expertise in discussing key health problems. Join us at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday mornings in the Gordon Current Science & Technology Center to watch a live broadcast on New England Cable News. Then at 10:00 a.m. hear a special research presentation by a scientist.
November 5: Dr. Aaron Baggish from Massachusetts General Hospital discusses the impact of exercise on our hearts and describes his own research on screening for heart disease in athletes.
November 12: Dr. Lisa Freeman from Tufts University describes how studying obesity in pets helps us learn more about the condition in humans.
November 19: Hear Dr. Anita Loughlin from the Center for Vaccine Research at Boston University bust myths surrounding vaccines. Find out how a vaccine works and why you should be up to date with your vaccinations.
| Format | Special Program |
| Grades | 5 – 12 |
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| Location | Gordon Current Science & Technology Center — Museum of Science, Boston |
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| Duration | 90 minutes |
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November 5, 2009: 9:30 am
November 12, 2009: 9:30 am
November 19, 2009: 9:30 am
Health Awareness Thursdays
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- Exercise Can Shape Your Heart
- Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital have compared rowers to football players to see how their hearts might be affected by their exercise regimens. After the 90-day study period, all athletes' hearts displayed significant structural and functional changes, which were specific to the sport they practiced ... (details)
