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Outbreak Detectives

It Runs in the Community: Investigating a Waterborne Outbreak of Diarrheal Illness

Grades 5-7

This curriculum was developed to increase students’ knowledge of germs that can be found in recreational water, communicable disease prevention, basic steps to an outbreak investigation, the field of epidemiology, and how it is used to protect the public’s health. Content was designed for students in grades 5-7 but may be used and distributed by the public.

outbreak detectives This curriculum includes an instructor’s guide, as well as a corresponding PowerPoint presentation for display in the classroom. Please download and review both files before using:

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