DISEASE INVESTIGATION PRESENTATION

Approach: Now that we have studied anatomy and physiology, we understand how the body works. As future pharmacy assistants/technicians, it is important to:

  • Know common diseases

  • Recognise symptoms

  • Understand basic treatments

  • Give correct advice to patients

Development: 

Step 1: Form Groups

Work in groups of 3–4 students. Choose one disease from the list:

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: Ashtma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer.

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM: Heart attack, stroke, arrhythmia.

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: Gastritis, Crohn's disease, colon cancer.

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM: Diabetes, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism.

NERVOUS SYSTEM: Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, migraine, epilepsy.

INFECTIOUS DISEASES: HIV, hepatitis B/C, malaria, meningitis.

Step 2: Research your disease

Find clear and simple information about:

  1. What is it? (Short definition)

  2. Causes – Why does it happen?

  3. Risk factors – Who is more likely to get it?

  4. Signs and symptoms – What does the patient feel?

  5. Diagnosis – How do doctors detect it?

  6. Treatment – Medicines and other treatments

Step 3: Create a Slide Presentation

Prepare a PowerPoint / Google Slides presentation / Canva with the most relevant information about the disease.

Your presentation must include:

  • ✅ Title slide (Disease name + group members)

  • ✅ Index (sections of your presentation)

  • ✅ Clear information slides

  • ✅ Images or diagrams (if possible)

  • ✅ Bibliography (sources of information)

🚨Important:

  • Do NOT copy and paste large paragraphs.

  • Use short sentences or bullet points.

  • Use medical vocabulary from this unit.

Step 4: Write 5 comprehension questions

At the end of your presentation, create 5 questions about your disease.

Example:

  • What are the main symptoms of asthma?

  • What medication is commonly used to treat it?

Your classmates must answer the questions in their notebooks.

Step 5: Presentation day

  • Each group will present for 5–10 minutes.

  • Speak clearly and share the speaking time.

  • At the end, ask your 5 questions to the class.

Última modificación: xoves, 12 de febreiro de 2026, 5:34 PM