Lists
- Prevention of Childhood Diseases Globally (World Health Organization)
Explains that over half of deaths of children globally is from just four conditions, pneumonia, diarrheal diseases, malaria and measles. These conditions can all be treated for 41 cents per child, including vaccines, injection equipment, vitamins, salts, and more. Provides financial support globally to fight health problems. (Diarrhea is spelled diarrhoea in the United Kingdom.) 1-01
Papers
- -Sustainable Planet (Awesome Library - Adams)
Describes the most important few things that can be done to reduce pollution, reduce global warming, save our forests, reduce poverty, provide energy to the poor, and improve the availability of drinkable water for the future. 11-00
- Global Prevention (World Health Organization)
Shows the primary causes of death for those under 45 years of age in developing countries. "Global health has moved higher up the political agenda today as governments become increasingly aware that health is key to poverty reduction and development." 1-01
- Global Prevention - Maternity and Perinatal Conditions (World Health Organization)
Explains that maternity and perinatal conditions that cause death and disability for millions could be prevented for 3 dollars per person in developing countries. 1-01
- Reconstructive Surgery for the Disadvantaged Worldwide (Operation Smile)
Projects
- American Red Cross
- American Red Cross Volunteering
- Volunteering Opportunities for Kids (PBS - Zoom into Action)
Provides opportunities for kids to volunteer to help animals, the hungry, the homeless, those who are ill, seniors, the environment, and more. "To find a Volunteer Center near you, visit this Web site or call 1-800-VOLUNTEER. Ask an adult to help you call. Tell them your age and ask if there are ways that you can help people who are sick." May load slowly. 2-02
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