Year 11 Health Science

There are many kinds of diseases that affect humans, they are caused by microbes such as bacteria, viruses and funguses., they can also be caused by diet, inheritance and they can be physiological or mental. In this course you will learn about all of these types of diseases. 

Scientists have a continual fight to keep common diseases such as the common cold at bay. Therefore, the war against human conditions is a about the relationship between microbes and disease.  Covid -19 has shown us that we are very vulnerable to new diseases that occur. How did scientists combat this disease? what knowledge did they draw on to create vaccines and practices that have reduced the number of people getting and suffering from this and other diseases. During the pandemic, which demographics were hit the most and why? what was the impact on the health system? 

In addition to disease, microbes may also be helpful. They also help Scientists to create medicines such as insulin. This topic will be helpful for those intending to become a nurse or doctor by learning about how to accurately measure volumes and concentrations so you dont harm the patient! you will learn how to measure the efficacy of medicines.