Health and Wellness

Related Databases

MedlinePlus »
MedlinePlus in Spanish »
MedlinePlus offers overviews and news on a wide range of health topics, from specific diseases and conditions to topics such as teen health, teenage pregnancy, teen sexual health, and alcohol and youth. Get answers that you can trust to personal questions and reliable information for homework assignments on health topics.

SIRS Researcher »
Can guys "get" anorexia? Are energy drinks safe? Find answers to your health questions from magazine and newspaper articles specifically chosen for students.

Helpful Websites

Advocates for Youth »
Abstinence, contraceptive choices, HIV and AIDS education are just a few of the many goals of the Advocates for Youth web site, aimed at both teen and education audiences. This site also includes lesson plans on family values and more, and suggestions for how to create safe GLBTQ areas.

Body and Mind (BAM)»
The Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control has a Body and Mind (BAM) web site with comprehensive information about diseases, food nutrition, physical activity, safety and more.

The Cool Spot»
The Cool Spot has useful information for teens about alcohol and peer pressure.

Girls Health»
The Girls Health site is a web site with lots of information for cool girls, ranging from stress, exercise and relationships to disabilities and illnesses.

Go Ask Alice»
Columbia University’s Health Education Questions on teen health issues from nutrition to sexuality, answered by the Health Education Program at Columbia University.

Guide to Safe and Sober Event Planning »
This site offers suggestions to teens on how to plan an event without alcohol with your friends.

Health Information for Teens »
The Food and Drug Administration provides information on health issues and medical products of interest to teens, such as, Accutane, tattoos and henna products and drug and alcohol abuse.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline»
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need immediate help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

TeensHealth »
TeensHealth provides physician reviewed, jargon-free information and advice on health, relationships, and becoming an adult. Information is provided in English and Spanish.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services»
The National Health Information Center of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has compiled detailed information, often illustrated, explaining chronic diseases, injuries and conditions. There is also a prescription drug database and information about alternative medicine.