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Working when you have a health condition

Many teens with health conditions look forward to starting work. Learn about some of the points to consider when entering the workforce.

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Getting involved in your community

Discover ways that you can get involved in your community with a health condition, including networking, mentoring, volunteering and more.

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What teens need to know about bullying

Find out what the different types of bullying look like and what to do if you’re being bullied or if someone you know is being bullied.

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Knowing your rights in a health-care setting

Learn about your rights when it comes to making your own health-care decisions and your right to privacy.

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Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.

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Depression and depressive disorders

Depression is more than feeling sad from time to time. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed and ways to manage and treat it.

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Contraception (birth control)

Contraception is used to prevent pregnancy. Learn about the different types of contraception including how they work and how you can get them.

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Liver transplant

Find out what to expect before, during and after liver transplant surgery, including what to do while waiting for your transplant.

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Sickle cell disease

Learn the signs and symptoms of sickle cell disease and how the condition is treated. Also find tips to help you manage sickle cell pain.

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Scoliosis

Learn what is involved in scoliosis surgery, what to expect when you are recovering and how to cope with your emotions, and your friends and family.

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Living with hand and upper limb conditions

Learn from young people with arm and hand differences about how they do home, school, work, and leisure activities in their own way.

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Caffeine and energy drinks

Caffeine is a stimulant drug found in many drinks, treats and some medicines. Find out its effects on your body and how much is OK to consume per day.

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Celiac disease e-learning module

Complete this module to learn about the symptoms of celiac disease, how it is diagnosed and treated and how gluten affects people with celiac disease.