Illness / health problems
Illness - major or minor? If you feel ill and are worried, don't ignore it. It could be something that will pass quickly, but if it was something more serious, the sooner you get treatment, the better
- It is easier to cope with an illness if you understand it, so seek advice from your doctor
- Many serious illnesses/conditions have support groups that can offer help and advice
- It may take time for you to adjust to living with a medical condition; find out as much as you can and ask for help
For more information:
Local links:
The nhs site lets you search for your nearest doctor (GP) and other health services
National links:
www.doctorann.org information for young people about a range of health topics
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/help/ information from the National Health Service
www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Pages/bodymap.aspx for an A-Z of medical conditions
www.channel4.com/health useful health information
www.connexions-direct.com/index.cfm?catalogueContentID=617&pid=105 for coping with health issues
www.youthinformation.com a range of information for young people
www.youthhealthtalk.org For information about coping with illness