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Killer cholera begins where other diseases end

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This ABC article by Dr Karl continues his examination of the causes, effects and treatments for cholera. A good explanation of how the body responds to the disease cholera and when healthy, maintains a balance in its absorption of water through the digestive system. The historical background to developing treatment for cholera is described.

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Educational value

This resource addresses the Australian Curriculum literacy capability and understanding relating to Science as a Human Endeavour associated with the discovery and development of treatments for cholera. This resource is best used combined with two other Dr Karl resources on cholera.

Year level

9; 10; 11; 12

Topics Homeostasis Environmental management Plant structure and function Medicine Immune system Cholera Values (Psychology) Ethics Glucose Nervous system Sodium Plant metabolism Health Endocrine system Social influence Body systems

Learning area

Science

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Author

Name: ABC - Dr Karl's Great Moments in Science
Organization: ABC - Dr Karl's Great Moments in Science
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Contributor

Name: ABC - Dr Karl's Great Moments in Science
Organization: ABC - Dr Karl's Great Moments in Science
Description: author

Name: State of NSW, Department of Education
Organization: State of NSW, Department of Education
Description: Data contributor

Name: Education Services Australia
Organization: Education Services Australia
Description: Data manager
Address: VIC, AUSTRALIA
URL: http://www.esa.edu.au/

Publisher

Name: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Organization: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Description: Publisher

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Name: Education Services Australia Ltd
Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
Address: AUSTRALIA
URL: www.esa.edu.au

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Audio

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