“The Christian faith of the early scientists gave them more than presuppositions; it also gave them motivation. They believed that in studying nature they were discovering the wisdom and power of the Creator and were thus honouring Him.” James F. Jekel
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Students will investigate the complexities of the human body and be introduced to techniques used in Medical Science to assess the health of a person. They will be introduced to the Germ theory of Disease and the importance of hygiene procedures. Students will use aseptic techniques to assess the effectiveness of antibiotic treatments. Throughout the unit they will investigate specific Body Systems and how they work to keep a person healthy wile examining specific case studies of disease with a focus on Thalassemia. Students will appreciate the Creator’s elegant design and the requirement for life as well as learning how to practical render help to their neighbours.
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“But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; or speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish in the sea inform you. Which of all these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this? In his hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.” Job 12:7-10