Knowsley Children and Young People's Services

Medical conditions

Being healthy
There are so many illnesses and medical conditions that it would be impossible to list them all, never mind write all about the symptoms and treatments on this website.
 
Do you want to know more about the symptoms of conditions such as asthma or diabetes or find out more about sexual health issues? The following websites provide information for all ages on medical conditions from A to Z:
 

Adults, parents and carers 

Official government site with information about the history, function and structure of the NHS. Search for your nearest GP, dentist or other health service.
A gateway to quality health and social care information for UK patients, their families and carers.
 
BBC Health
A to Z of illnesses and medical conditions.
 

Children and young people

Lifebytes
Fun and interesting health information for 11 to 14 year olds.
 
Mind, body and soul
The lowdown on health for 14 to 16 year olds.
 
BBC Kids Health
BBC body and mind matters for young people.
 
Brook Advisory Centre
Free and confidential sexual health and contraception advice for young people.
 
CBHF.net
Information about your heart for under 11s.
 
Health information and advice for 7 to 11 year olds.
 
Join the activators
Health activity and eating advice for primary school children.
 
Health information and advice for 5 to 7 year olds.
 
Free confidential advice on drugs.
 
Interesting health information for teenagers.
 
Mental health information for children and young people.