PSHE - Science
Key Stage 3
A case or an outbreak of meningitis brings good citizenships skills
to the fore. Young people in a community at risk face a considerable
challenge.
Meningitis is an area of intense scientific research. It is caused
by a number of mechanisms and this site offers students the opportunity
of exploring a number of key curriculum issues.
Science Area
Humans as organisms/health
- 2 n How the growth and reproduction of bacteria and the replication
of viruses can affect health, and how the body’s natural
defences may be enhanced by immunisation and medicines
Scottish 5 - 14 National Guidelines
Health Education
Physical Health
Show a knowledge of how the body is protected from infection, immunity
and vaccination.
Environmental Studies
Living Things and the Processes of Life
Give the main distinguishing features of micro-organisms and describe
the harmful and beneficial effects of micro-organisms.
Key Stage 4
Humans as organisms
- 2 p The defence mechanisms of the body, including the role
of the skin, blood and mucous membranes of the respiratory tract
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