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SAWBO - Health

  1. SAWBO - How to Wash Your Hands

    Washing hands is the best way to prevent the spread of germs and diseases. Dirty hands can carry pathogenic germs that can sicken a person or spread diseases to others. Microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi and various chemicals can enter our bodies directly when we touch our...
    SAWBO Human Health Washing hands

  2. Protecting Yourself from Coronavirus

    COVID-19 has now spread around most parts of the world. This animation addresses best practices to protect against Coronavirus through recommended preventative measures.
    SAWBO Human Disease Prev... Coronavirus Covid-19 Human Health

  3. SAWBO - Cholera Prevention

    Cholera is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria known asVibrio cholerae. The main symptoms of this disease are diarrhea and vomiting. Transmission of cholera primarily occurs by consumption of contaminated food or drinking water. In the video, which can be used on smart phones, we describe...
    SAWBO Human Health Cholera

  4. SAWBO - Tuberculosis Prevention

    Tuberculosis is a common infection and contagious disease caused by a bacterium that usually lodges in the lungs. These 4 minutes and 31 seconds give general information about this disease and provide an important message: TB is treatable and curable. The video also illustrates some significant...
    SAWBO Human Health Tuberculosis

  5. SAWBO - Sickle Cell Disease

    This animation addresses the pain of Sickle Cell disease and how clinicians should handle Sickle Cell patients. The pain of Sickle Cell Disease is very real. Sickle Cell vaso-occlusive pain is more severe than most other pain conditions encountered in the Emergency Department. However, it is very...
    SAWBO Human Health Sickle Cell

  6. SAWBO - Prevention of Chagas Disease

    Chagas is a disease caused by a parasite namedTrypanosoma cruzi. The parasite is transmitted to humans through the bite of an insect known as the kissing bug, vinchuca, chinche, barbeiro and scientifically calledTriatoma infestans. This video discusses methods to help prevent this disease....
    SAWBO Human Health Chagas Prevention

  7. SAWBO - How to Prevent the Spread of Ebola

    Ebola is a life threatening disease caused by the Ebola virus. There is currently no cure or vaccine. Although the disease is dangerous and can kill in a short time, we can stop Ebola from spreading. Early treatment can also increase chances of surviving Ebola. This video provides information on...
    SAWBO Human Health Ebola

  8. SAWBO - What to do if Someone Shows Symptoms of Ebola

    Ebola is a life threatening disease caused by the Ebola virus. There is currently no cure or vaccine. Although the disease is dangerous and can kill in a short time, we can stop Ebola from spreading. Early treatment can also increase chances of surviving Ebola. This video provides information on...
    SAWBO Human Health Ebola

  9. SAWBO - Identifying the Symptoms of Ebola

    Ebola is a life threatening disease caused by the Ebola virus. There is currently no cure or vaccine. Although the disease is dangerous and can kill in a short time, we can stop Ebola from spreading. Early treatment can also increase chances of surviving Ebola. This video provides information on...
    SAWBO Human Health Ebola

  10. SAWBO - Ebola Prevention

    Ebola is a life threatening disease caused by the Ebola virus. There is currently no cure or vaccine. Although the disease is dangerous and can kill in a short time, we can stop Ebola from spreading. Early treatment can also increase chances of surviving Ebola. This video provides information on...
    SAWBO Human Health Ebola

  11. SAWBO - Dengue Prevention

    Dengue is a disease caused by a virus that is transmitted to people through the bite of femaleAedesmosquitoes. This 3 minutes and 24 second animation describes Dengue transmission, infection and the different symptoms associated with this disease. Also, the animation gives additional information...
    SAWBO Human Health Dengue

  12. SAWBO - The Zika Virus

    Zika is a disease caused by a particular flavivirus. The virus is primarily transmitted to people through the bite of the Aedes aegypti mosquito which also transmits dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever. There are reports of sexual transmission and transmission by an infected mother to her...
    SAWBO Human Health Zika

  13. SAWBO - Prevention of West Nile Virus

    West Nile Virus is a disease transmitted by the bite of mosquitoes. Mosquitoes acquire the virus by feeding on the blood of infected migratory birds. A common female mosquito,Culex pipiens, is the main mosquito responsible for the transmission of the virus. However, other species, such asAedes...
    SAWBO Human Health West Nile Prevention

  14. SAWBO - Prevention of Yellow Fever

    Yellow Fever is a disease caused by a virus that is transmitted to people through the bite of the femaleAedes aegyptimosquito and other mosquito species. The symptoms of this disease are as follows: chills, fever, muscle aches, headache, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. This video describes...
    SAWBO Human Health Yellow Fever Prevention

  15. SAWBO - Malaria Prevention

    Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite that is transmitted to people through the bite of the femaleAnophelesmosquito. Symptoms of malaria are: high fever, chills, abdominal pain, headaches, tiredness and fatigue. If anyone experiences these symptoms, it is important to go to the nearest...
    SAWBO Human Health Malaria

  16. SAWBO - Malaria Prevention: Bed Nets

    Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite that is transmitted to people through the bite of the femaleAnophelesmosquito. Symptoms of malaria are: high fever, chills, abdominal pain, headaches, tiredness and fatigue. If anyone experiences these symptoms, it is important to go to the nearest...
    SAWBO Human Health Malaria

  17. SAWBO - Charcoal Water Filtration

    The following animation explains the process of developing charcoal filtration systems using sand. It is a simple process that helps to remove many, but not all, pollutants in water that can otherwise cause health problems. Scientific Animations Without Borders (SAWBO) is a university based...
    SAWBO Charcoal Water Filters

  18. SAWBO - Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

    TB is a treatable disease if you follow your doctor's treatment plan. If TB is not treated properly, TB bacteria can become resistant to one or multiple drugs used in treatment. When the bacteria become resistant to multiple drugs, it is known as multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (or MDR-TB)....
    Tuberculosis SAWBO Human Health Medicine

  19. SAWBO - Preventing Sickness

    This animation contains a basic overview of microbial disease transmission concepts and basic ways to minimize such transmissions. Scientific Animations Without Borders (SAWBO) is a university based program. SAWBO transforms extension information on relevant topics such as agriculture, disease...
    SAWBO Health Promotion

  20. SAWBO - Oral Rehydration Solution

    Cholera is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria known asVibrio cholerae. The main symptoms of this disease are diarrhea and vomiting, which both lead to rapid dehydration in people with this potential fatal disease. Keeping people hydrated, long enough so that they are able to seek medical...
    Cholera SAWBO Human Health Dehydration Treatment

  21. SAWBO - Lung Cancer Screening

    Lung cancer is a disease that can be beaten with early detection and proper treatment. This animation will highlight ways to prevent lung cancer, and how to catch the disease early. If you think you might be at risk for lung cancer, there is screening that exists, and it is quick, easy, and...
    SAWBO Human Health Cancer

  22. SAWBO - Protect Yourself From Indoor Air Pollution

    Many people use open fires to cook and stay warm. When you cook over an open fire, you are inhaling particles and gases which are bad for you. Even when you cant see smoke, burning solid fuels like charcoal, wood, coal, or dung releases harmful particles into the space around you. This is called...
    SAWBO Human Health Cooking Stoves-Wood

  23. SAWBO - Properly Using Facemasks: Variant 1

    In this video, you will learn about facemasks that healthcare experts recommend to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Following the guidelines shown in this video will help keep you, your family, and your community safe, and minimize the impact of COVID-19. Scientific Animations Without Borders...
    Covid-19

  24. SAWBO - Hip Dysplasia

    Hip Dysplasia is a problem from birth where the hip joint has not formed properly. The hip is either dislocated (where the ball of the hip is not sitting in the socket) or it can easily slide out of the socket. This animation explains how you can spot hip dysplasia in infants and children, and...
    Human Health SAWBO Children's Health

  25. SAWBO - Coronavirus COVID-19: Get the Facts You Need!

    This animation was created in collaboration with the Nigerian Ministry of Health, Nigeria CDC, and the UN Communications Team in Nigeria. This animation dispels common myths about Coronavirus and COVID-19. Stay informed, know the facts, do not share false information - together we can spread the...
    SAWBO Human Health Covid-19 Coronavirus

  26. SAWBO - Colorectal Cancer Prevention

    Colorectal cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells in the colon or rectum divide uncontrollably, ultimately forming a malignant tumor. Early stage colorectal cancer has no symptoms, but it is the best stage to discover this disease. It is highly curable when discovered early. Screening can...
    SAWBO Human Health Cancer Prevention

  27. SAWBO - Correcting Clubfoot: The Ponseti Method

    Clubfoot is a congenital deformity that involves one foot or both. The affected foot appears to have been rotated internally at the ankle. Clubfoot is treatable through the Ponseti Method. In the following animation the Ponseti Method is explained in a way to help parents understand the process....
    SAWBO Human Health Children's Health

  28. SAWBO - Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)

    Developmental Dysplasia of the hip, or DDH, is a condition that can be identified in the neonate. One or both hip joints have not formed properly - the acetabulum (or the hip socket) is too shallow (or dysplastic) and the hip is either dislocated at rest, or can be felt to easily dislocate by the...
    SAWBO Human Health Children's Health

  29. SAWBO - Properly Using Facemasks

    In this video, you will learn about facemasks that healthcare experts recommend to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Following the guidelines shown in this video will help keep you, your family, and your community safe, and minimize the impact of COVID-19. Scientific Animations Without Borders...
    SAWBO Covid-19

  30. SAWBO - COVID-19 Pandemic: How to Shop Safely in the Marketplace Variant for Bangladesh

    This animation outlines safe practices to follow when shopping in a marketplace during the COVID-19 pandemic. By following the actions in this video, you can help the market stay open and keep you and your community safe during this pandemic. This is a variant animation for Bangladesh. Scientific...
    Covid-19 Bangladesh

  31. SAWBO - COVID-19 Pandemic: Marketplace - Market Leader

    As a market leader, you have an important role during the Coronavirus pandemic. This animation outlines safe practices to limit Coronavirus exposure in your market. By following the actions in this video, you can help your market stay open and keep you and your community safe during this...
    SAWBO Covid-19

  32. SAWBO - COVID-19: How to Sell Safely in the Marketplace during the Coronavirus Pandemic

    The arrival of the Coronavirus changed many parts of community life. Your market may even have closed. As a market vendor, you need to stay healthy so the market can remain open so you can sell your goods and your community can access food and products. By following the actions in this video, you...
    Covid-19

  33. SAWBO - COVID-19 Pandemic: How to Shop Safely in the Marketplace

    This animation outlines safe practices to follow when shopping in a marketplace during the COVID-19 pandemic. By following the actions in this video, you can help the market stay open and keep you and your community safe during this pandemic. Scientific Animations Without Borders (SAWBO) is a...
    Covid-19

  34. SAWBO - Dengue Prevention: Variant for Tonga

    Dengue is a disease caused by a virus that is transmitted to people through the bite of a mosquito. This 3 minutes and 24 second animation describes Dengue transmission, infection and the different symptoms associated with this disease. Also, the animation gives additional information about the...
    SAWBO Human Health Human Disease Prev... Dengue

  35. SAWBO - Ebola Prevention: Variant for Liberia

    Ebola is a deadly disease caused by the Ebola virus. It has had a terrible impact on the people of Liberia and other African countries.We can stop Ebola from spreading by working together. Early treatment can also greatly increase chances of surviving Ebola. This video provides information on the...
    SAWBO Human Health Ebola Human Disease Prev...

  36. SAWBO - Malaria Prevention Music Video

    In collaboration with the Global Youth Groove Band (GYGB), SAWBO is proud to present the Malaria Prevention Song. This song was written and recorded in Kenya by GYGB, and contains a mix of English and Swahili lyrics. The song is based off of SAWBO's Malaria Prevention animation. It is currently...
    SAWBO Malaria

  37. SAWBO - Health Begins in the Mouth

    It is very important to remove the remains of food by daily brushing so as to reduce the number of microorganisms in the mouth. This animation, donated to SAWBO, will explain how to brush your teeth effectively to avoid cavity and gum disease. Scientific Animations Without Borders (SAWBO) is a...
    SAWBO Human Health Teeth-Care and hyg...

  38. SAWBO - Resettlement Guide for People Affected by Dam Development

    When the government gives someone permission to use your land or natural resources, which may require you to leave your land they must discuss options to avoid and minimize the negative impacts. They must give you information prior to decisions being made and give you and your community an...
    SAWBO Resettlement Politics & Government

  39. SAWBO - Survival Gardening: Drip Irrigation

    Drip Irrigation is a technique that allows you to consistently water your entire crop. This technique is especially helpful during a drought or dry season. This technique must be combined with Raised Planting Beds. Please watch our animation on Raised Planting Beds before attempting Drip...
    Drip Irrigation SAWBO Raised Beds

  40. SAWBO - Spirometry: What Is it and Why Do I Need It?

    Spirometry is a quick, simple, and easy breathing test for your doctor to evaluate your lungs. This test measures how fast and how much you can blow out of your lungs. Spirometry can be used to identify if you have a lung disease, determine the condition of your lung disease, and check if the...
    SAWBO Human Health

  41. SAWBO - Tuberculosis: Variant for Swaziland

    Tuberculosis is a common infection and contagious disease caused by a bacterium that usually lodges in the lungs. This video gives general information about this disease and provide an important message: TB is treatable and curable. The video also illustrates some significant preventative...
    Tuberculosis SAWBO Human Health

  42. SAWBO - Tuberculosis Management

    This animation describes ways to effectively manage active TB. Effective TB management begins with preventing its spread. TB management also involves detecting, diagnosing, and treating the condition. If TB is detected, you will want to be placed on a TB antibiotic treatment plan. This involves...
    Tuberculosis SAWBO Human Health

  43. SAWBO - The Differences Between Latent and Active TB

    Tuberculosis (or TB) is a disease that mainly infects the lungs. Symptoms of active TB disease include a chronic bad cough, pain in the chest, or coughing up blood. However, some people who are infected with TB carry the bacteria but do not show these symptoms. They will appear perfectly healthy....
    Tuberculosis SAWBO Human Health

  44. SAWBO - The Differences Between Latent and Active TB: How TB Preventive Therapy can Prevent Childhood TB

    Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease that mainly infects the lungs. Symptoms of active TB disease include a chronic bad cough, pain in the chest, or coughing up blood. However, some people who are infected with TB carry the bacteria but do not show these symptoms. They will appear perfectly healthy....
    Tuberculosis SAWBO Human Health

  45. SAWBO - TB in those with HIV

    This animation describes the interactions between tuberculosis (or TB), the human immunodeficiency virus (or HIV), and your immune system. Becoming infected with TB if you are living with HIV can change the diagnosis and treatment for TB. Having TB and HIV together complicates the detection,...
    Tuberculosis HIV/AIDS SAWBO Human Health

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