Date: 6th February 2015

Attendance: Branson, Desmond, Jackson, Jocelyn and Long.

Absentee: Maithilli Anpazhahan

Duration: 1 Hour

Topic: Unit 8 – Drugs

Agenda: To choose chemical concept in Unit 8, to decide the different usages of drugs and its implication to society and everyday life.

Drugs that were considered: Penicillin, Viagra, Aspirin, Marijuana, Ibuprofen, Opium, Morphine

Drug Chosen: Aspirin

Rationale: It is a very common drug that is widely available and prescribed.

Side Effects: Blood thinning, Balding, Heartburn, Nausea, Reye’s syndrome, Ringing in ears, Rash, Shortness of breath, Food restriction

Positive effects: Decrease heart attack, Prevent Ischaemic stroke, Prevent dementia etc.

Video guidelines:

1) Do up a vanguard sheet and explain the concepts of aspirin.

2) Role playing to raise awareness of the pros and cons of taking aspirin

Job Allocation:

1) All members are to participate actively in our discussion to maximize our learning experience.

2) Jackson and Jocelyn will ensure that the blog is updated.

3) Branson, Desmond and Long will draft out the minutes for every meeting and be in charge of the video segment.