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Health

Well Being Look good! Feel good! Discover a full range of information including health advice and information for teenagers.

British Heart Foundation The British Heart Foundation is a charitable organisation that aims to play a leading role in the fight against heart disease.

British Medical Journal The aims of the electronic version of the BMJ are to publish rigorous accessible information that will help doctors improve their practice and will influence the international debate on health. Research on contraception.

Young People's Health Network The Young People's Health Network is co-ordinated by the HDA and funded by the Department of Health. It encourages the exchange of information and ideas and examples of good practice among the wide range of professionals working on issues that affect young people's health

Mind One in four people may have mental health problems during their life - that's why Mind works for a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress in England and Wales. (Mind does not cover Scotland and we focus on mental health problems rather than learning difficulties. Please see our Links page for organisations which can help with these areas). We hope our new site reaches everyone who needs more information about the issues and all our activities.

Crush-onu This website talks about some of the things to consider if you're having or thinking about having sex. We also give you lists of services where you can get CONFIDENTIAL advice and support.

Carersline Carers National Association - the voice of carers in the UK.

Lifebytes is aimed at Key Stage 3 pupils aged 11 - 14 years. It covers all the health topics in a bright and fun way and includes a quiz on each topic. It includes a number of links to health sites aimed at young people. The sites cover all the main health topics including healthy eating, physical activity and drugs, and support the National Curriculum and National Healthy School Standard.

Mind, Body and Soul is aimed at Key Stage 4 pupils aged 14 - 16 years. It covers all the health topics and is designed to target the teenage audience. It includes links to a number of websites related to health suitable for a teenage audience.