World Health Day, celebrated every year on April 7th, was created to raise awareness about key global health issues. This year's theme is UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE and raising awareness this issue worldwide. As a global issue, your ESL students may find this to be an especially interesting topic that can generate some lively discussion!
WARM-UP CONVERSATION QUESTIONS AROUND THE TOPIC OF WORLD HEALTH 1. What was the most recent news story you heard or read about concerning a major health concern? Explain.
2. What are some major health concerns related to the environment and the way people live (diet, exercise...etc.) in your home country? What programs and services are in place to help in the prevention and treatment of these health issues/concerns?
3. How has food manufacturing, processing and transportation changed over the years (i.e. genetic modification, pesticides, the use of hormones, buying locally vs. importing)? Do you think people's diets and eating habits have also changed? Explain.
4. How has technology and the environment changed the way we live? How has this affected our overall health?
RECOMMENDED LINKS FOR ESL STUDENTS AROUND THE TOPIC OF HEALTH: ESL Library: Health Matters - Lesson Plans Busy Teacher: 7 activities around the topic of health Altius Directory: World Health Day activities Breaking News English: Lessons on various health issues ESL Made Easy: Recommended links around the topics of food, health and wellness
