Warrington School Health – Info for young people

Confidentiality and consent

We encourage young people to talk to their parents/carers about health issues that are troubling them.

Although School Nurses offer a confidential service to young people, there are times when the School Nurse may need to share information and this will be explained to you to keep you safe.

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Useful resources

Different places for information and support about your feelings and mental health:

Youth In Mind – Warrington Youth Zone

Youth In Mind at Warrington Youth Zone is somewhere that you can go to talk about your feelings and get help if you are feeling worried or sad.

Friendly grown-ups are there to listen and support you, so you don’t have to deal with problems on your own. It’s a safe space to share how you feel and learn ways to look after your mental health.


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Sleep

This group helps children and young people who have trouble sleeping. They also help parents, teachers, and other adults learn about good sleep.


Drugs and Alcohol Advice

Drugs and alcohol can be harmful to your body and mind. If you have questions or are worried about drugs or alcohol, talk to a trusted adult or ask for help. There are people who can support you and give you good advice to stay safe and healthy.

The Ways in Warrington is a place where young people can get help if they are worried about drugs or alcohol. You can talk to the people there if you have questions or need support. They are friendly, will listen to you, and will keep what you say private. They want to help you make good choices and stay safe and healthy.


Sexual Health and Relationships

A place to get advice about sexual health.

This provides guidance on romantic relationships, friendships, emotional wellbeing, the impact of relationships on mental health, building healthy connections, and where to find help for relationship issues.


Health advice

The NHS website has lots of information about health and getting your vaccines.

Information and help for young people with long term health conditions

Asthma

Epilepsy

Diabetes

 

Healthy lifestyles

It is important to move your body and eat good foods. Try to go outside, walk, or ride your bike each day. Enjoy lots of fruit and vegetables, drink water, and get enough sleep. These things help you feel happy and strong!


Smoking and Vaping

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Live Wire Warrington provide stop smoking / vaping support to young people

Telephone: 0300 003 0818
Email: livewire.lifestyles@nhs.net