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Search engine covering major subjects; toolkits available for teachers and authors to adopt and create OERs, respectively.
by G. Rieck & J. Lundin (Editors)
An online textbook (337 pages) with chapters covering introductory health science topics
by N. Halfon et al.
"This handbook synthesizes and analyzes the growing knowledge base on life course health development (LCHD) from the prenatal period through emerging adulthood, with implications for clinical practice and public health."
Developed by the Portland Community College Health Studies Subject Area Committee, this online courseware includes 17 topic modules that cover a broad range of Personal and Public Health health topics.
Developed by K. Falcone and adapted from work by T. DiGregorio
Introductory health science textbook available as an e-pub, word document, pdf, and google file.
by B. Lindshield
Intermediate-level nutrition course developed by Kansas State University