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This Web site teaches adolescents ages 11 through 15 (as well as their parents and teachers) on the science behind drug abuse. Find facts on drugs, interactive games, blogs, videos, and real stories o... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) responds to questions about indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools and provides the IAQ Tools for Schools Action Kit.... Details >

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

These questions will guide you in conversations with your doctor about your home and school life, as well as your physical, emotional and sexual health.... Details >

American Academy of Pediatrics  

It's never too early to start eating healthy. Learn how to make healthy food choices.... Details >

Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Also available in: Spanish 

Today, more than 600,000 middle school students and 3 million high school students smoke cigarettes. According to the Surgeon General's Report, programs are critical in preventing young people from st... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Do energy drinks and nutrition bars boost your athletic performance or power of concentration? Learn the facts that will help you make smart choices.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Chronic pain in the front and center of the knee (anterior knee pain) is common among active, healthy young people, especially girls. If you or a loved one suffer from this type of chronic knee pain,... Details >

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  

Also available in: Spanish   

This article provides teenagers of both genders with an understanding of the woman's reproductive system and what happens during the menstrual cycle.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

Urinary tract infections are explained to teens in this article. Information is presented on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Pediatricians from the American Academy of Pediatrics provide answers to your health questions. ... Details >

American Academy of Pediatrics  

The Best Bones Forever!™ Campaign offers girls fun activities, quizzes, and recipes to encourage girls to get active and eat more foods with calcium and vitamin D. ... Details >

Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Use this calculator for children and teens, aged 2 through 19 years old, to calculate the body mass index for a child or teen.... Details >

Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC

This site helps teens think about their relationship with drugs and alcohol and communicate with and learn from others. ... Details >

The Partnership at Drugfree.org  

The Community Services Locator is designed to help service providers and families find available national, state, and local resources that can address child and family needs. ... Details >

Maternal and Child Health Library  

Whether it's typing a school report or surfing the Internet, your child may be spending lots of hours at the computer. Learn about the causes and prevention of repetitive stress injuries now so you ca... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

Most girls have to deal with PMS, cramps, or headaches around the time of their periods. Here are the facts on which period problems are common and normal — and which ones might indicate there's somet... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

Dehydration is a condition that occurs when someone loses more fluids than he or she takes in. Learn to spot the signs of dehydration before you become sick.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

There are so many myths about preventing pregnancy. These videos set the record straight.... Details >

Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation  

Abusing prescription drugs can have negative short- and long-term health consequences. Read about the dangers of abusing prescription drugs.... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones). Learn to detect the signs and symptoms of this condition, as we... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Search for adolescent health professionals in your area who can assist young people as they gradually accept increasing responsibility for their own health and transition from childhood to adulthood. ... Details >

Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine  

This site offers games and activities for kids to learn about food safety and other related resources for parents, teachers and community leaders.... Details >

U.S. Department of Agriculture

What happens when a girl is resistant to getting active? These tips will provide you with the pertinent information to get girls to be physically active and help guide them to a healthier lifestyle.... Details >

Women's Sports Foundation  

This site was created to help girls (ages 10-16) learn about health, growing up, and issues they may face. ... Details >

Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

As kids become teens, it is especially important for those with chronic conditions, like asthma or diabetes, to become more knowledgeable about their illnesses and self-reliant when it comes to medica... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

Most teens need about 8½ to more than 9 hours of sleep each night. The right amount of sleep is essential for anyone who wants to do well on a test or play sports. Unfortunately, though, many teens do... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

This Web site offers answers to questions about teen sexual health and sexually transmitted diseases.... Details >

American Social Health Association  

Read about the meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4) including who should and should not get this vaccine, when they should be vaccinated, and the risks and benefits of this vaccine.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Milk Matters is a public health education campaign to promote calcium consumption among tweens and teens, especially during the ages of 11 to 15, a time of critical bone growth.... Details >

National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health

Also available in: Spanish 

This series is designed to encourage children in grades five through nine to learn about the effects of drug abuse on the body and the brain. ... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Repeated abuse of opioids can lead to addiction—compulsive drug seeking and abuse despite its known harmful consequences. Learn more about opioids.... Details >

National Institute on Drug Abuse, National Institutes of Health

Also available in: Spanish   

Will you keep any information I give you confidential? Is it okay for me to see you without my parents in the room? If you are a teen, these questions can help you start conversations with your doct... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Sudden arrhythmia death syndromes (SADS) are genetic heart conditions that can cause sudden death in young, apparently healthy people. In general, it is advisable for parents to guide children with t... Details >

Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation  

Most states require that kids and teens have a preparticipation physical examination (PPE) before they can start a new sport or begin a new competitive season. But even if a PPE isn't required, doctor... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

This document discusses the causes of stomachaches or belly pain, when to see a doctor, and what you can do to lessen your chances of getting belly pain.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

Having the STD conversation can be awkward at first, but these tips will help you to be more comfortable. Having this talk also will enable you to learn more about your partner and your relationship.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Read about the Tdap vaccine including who should and should not get this vaccine, when they should be vaccinated, and the risks and benefits of this vaccine.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Answer these questions to learn if your teenager is likely to use alcohol.... Details >

University of Maryland Medical Center  

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, accounting for more than one in three deaths in this age group. Fortunately, proven strategies can improve the safety of young dri... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Also available in: Spanish   

Hundreds of U.S. teens become infected with HIV each year. This article explains the diagnosis, testing, treatment and prevention of HIV. While combinations of antiviral drugs have allowed many peopl... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Also available in: Spanish   

Created just for teens, this web site links users to answers to questions on a variety of topics, including health, sex, food, sports, and school.... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Information and news about teen sexuality, body and mind, sexual health, and relationships. Tools for parents and an "ask the experts" feature is available.... Details >

Planned Parenthood Federation of America  

This booklet will review important health issues for you to discuss with your child before the college semester starts. Find tips to begin the conversation and how to approach difficult topics, such a... Details >

Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine  

Are you a parent or caregiver of a teen or young adult struggling with an alcohol or drug problem? Find expert guidance and support from parents and families who understand the challenges and emotions... Details >

The Partnership at Drugfree.org  

This brochures provides facts and dispels myths about HIV/AIDS. Causes of AIDS and HIV transmission are reviewed, with a focus on adolescents.... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Take five minutes to learn the facts about marijuana.... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Use this site to compare the pros and cons of 10 birth control methods, including condoms, the pill, cervical caps, IUD's, and more.... Details >

Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation  

Learn what happens to your body during puberty.... Details >

American Academy of Pediatrics  

This acetaminophen quiz is geared toward college students. Test your knowledge by completing the brief survey. Check true or false to see how much you know. Then see if you’ve answered correctly.... Details >

National Council on Patient Information and Education  

If you have never had a gynecologic exam before, you may have questions about what will happen at your first visit. This pamphlet will explain what to expect at a gynecologic visit, what exams may be ... Details >

American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists  

This youth tobacco prevention web page provides educational resources and materials, such as videos, tip sheets, and posters.... Details >

Office on Smoking and Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion