To screen or not to screen
This resource is linked to objects in A History of Pathology in 50 objects. It contains two scenarios that highlight the importance of the screening programme.
Description
Why do we bother with neonatal screening? Is it important to screen for inherited diseases? Can a change in lifestyle mean that a child will live healthier and longer?
Target audience
GCSE students
Type of activity
Discussion
Pathology link:
This activity focuses on clinical biochemistry, genetics, haematology, clinical embryology, histocompatibility and immunogenetics.
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