GLOBAL HEALTH
PROGRAM TOOLKIT FOR AMERICAN SPACES
This program toolkit is designed for programming at American Spaces to create a greater awareness of global health-related issues and of U.S. leadership to create a healthier world.
RESOURCES
- Medline Plus from the National Library of Medicine https://medlineplus.gov/
- ShareAmerica Article: How U.S. Innovation Impacts Health
OverDrive (Libby) Books and Magazines
- The Atlas of Disease by Sandra Hempel
- Physical Health for All by Rachael Morlock
- Understanding Pandemics and Epidemics by the editors of Scientific American
- Health – Original research and essays from across the globe on health and healthcare
- Journal of Public Health Policy
PROGRAMMING ON GLOBAL HEALTH ISSUES
Global health covers a range of health-related issues, including disease outbreaks and natural disaster detection and response. The United States is a leader in promoting global health, delivering medical assistance and expertise, and conducting research to address health problems. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website www.cdc.gov is the official online source for health information. Consider conducting health related programs at your American Space in coordination with your U.S. Embassy or Consulate. CDC has a global presence, with offices in more than 60 countries. You may want to consider inviting a CDC representative to speak as part of health-related programs.
ACTIVITIES AND LESSON PLANS
These teacher resources for high school students include a downloadable graphic novel and STEM activities about epidemiology and public health.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
This site has lesson plans, games, and activities geared for teachers and students. (STEM Teaching Resources)
Diplomacy Simulation
The National Museum for American Diplomacy has created a simulation to detect and respond to a hypothetical Ebola outbreak. In this scenario, participants collaborate to resolve the public health emergency.
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Updated September 2025
