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The Science of Diarrhoea

From Operation Ouch! · 2018

The Science of Diarrhoea
5 min3rd4th5th6thScienceHealth
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Summary

A short Operation Ouch biology clip. The doctors explain (matter-of-factly) what causes diarrhoea and why staying hydrated matters when you have it. Free on the official Operation Ouch YouTube channel.

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Ages 7+

Some gross-but-friendly body science (real footage) -- a quick preview is wise.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Diarrhoea is your gut working overtime -- here's what's happening and how to feel better.

  1. What can cause diarrhoea?
  2. Why is it important to drink water when you have it?
  3. How can washing hands stop tummy bugs spreading?

Quick work-a-long

Vocabulary: diarrhoea, gut, germs, hydration, hygiene.

Try it: List one drink that helps and one habit that stops tummy bugs spreading.