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Diseases

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TERM – 2ND TERM

WEEK TEN

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: DISEASES

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define diseases

II.) Give examples of diseases

III.) Identify most common symptoms of diseases.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher introduces and explains the meaning of diseases giving examples of diseases

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify and describe some common symptoms of diseases.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

DISEASES

Diseases are abnormal conditions or disorders that affect the structure or function of the body, leading to signs, symptoms, and impaired health. Diseases can be caused by various factors, including pathogens (such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites), genetic mutations, environmental factors, lifestyle choices, and underlying medical conditions.

Examples of diseases include:

  1. Infectious diseases: Caused by pathogens and transmitted from person to person, including common cold, influenza, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and COVID-19.
  2. Chronic diseases: Long-term conditions that often develop gradually and may require ongoing management and treatment, including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, asthma, and arthritis.
  3. Genetic diseases: Disorders caused by abnormalities or mutations in the genetic material (DNA), inherited from parents, such as cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Huntington's disease, and hemophilia.

Symptoms of diseases

Symptoms of diseases vary widely depending on the type of disease, its severity, and the affected organ or system. However, common symptoms of diseases include:

  1. Fever: Elevated body temperature often indicates an underlying infection or inflammatory response.
  2. Fatigue: Persistent tiredness or lack of energy can be a symptom of many diseases, including infections, chronic conditions, and mental health disorders.
  3. Cough: A cough can be a sign of respiratory infections, allergies, asthma, or other lung conditions.
  4. Changes in appetite or weight: Loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss, or weight gain may be symptoms of various diseases, including gastrointestinal disorders, cancer, or metabolic conditions.
  5. Digestive problems: Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, or bloating may indicate gastrointestinal infections, inflammatory bowel disease, or other digestive disorders.
  6. Headaches: Headaches can result from various causes, including tension, migraines, sinus infections, or underlying medical conditions.

EVALUATION: 1. Define diseases

  1. Mention 5 common symptoms of diseases.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively