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Recommended reading

UK-WHO growth charts

Useful general websites

An interactive, visual overview of the human body with some basic information.

A slide based, visual introduction to anatomy and physiology containing animations, quizzes and text narration.

Recommended mobile apps

Speed anatomy: Play against the clock to locate anatomy as quickly as you can. Free to download.

Human Anatomy and Physiology: An app designed for students to learn concepts and body mechanisms. Free to download.

RF Human Anatomy Atlas: A highly detailed atlas to the human body. Free to download.