Teenagers health

Teenagers' health

Acne
Acne is a common condition that causes spots or pimples on the skin. Treatments are available, and your pharmacist or doctor can recommend the best on...

Glandular fever
Glandular fever (also called the ‘kissing disease’) is an infectious disease which is common in teenagers and young adults. Learn how glandular fever ...

Puberty for boys - physical and emotional changes
Learn about the complex physical and emotional changes a boy experiences in adolescence as he becomes a young man.

Puberty for girls
Learn about the complex physical and emotional changes a girl experiences in adolescence as she becomes a young woman.

Emotional changes in puberty
Find out more about the emotional ups and downs of puberty, how to navigate them and what support is available.

Eating disorders and body image
An estimated 1 million Australians experience a type of eating or body image disorder. But treatment is available to help them lead healthier lives.