Find out more information from Healthy Smiles about crooked teeth, tooth whitening, tongue piercings, smoking,... read more about Do I need braces? And other questions for teenage teeth»

Childhood injuries are common. Thankfully most of these are minor. But every year in New Zealand children are badly... read more about Eight of the most common ways kids get injured»

The Ministry of Health funds free hearing checks for children. If your child has a hearing loss, finding it early is... read more about Free hearing checks»

Dental care is free up until you turn 18, so get it while you still can! Find out what free care you are eligible for... read more about Get free dentist visits while you can»

This Healthy Smiles video will show you some easy ways to keep your teeth healthy and looking... read more about Good-looking smiles are easy»

There are people and organisations that can help you. If you, or a child you know, needs help to cope with a family... read more about Help for children whose parents have a mental illness or addiction»

It’s important to talk to your children about puberty. Try to start talking to them before signs of puberty... read more about How to talk to your kids about puberty»

Immunisation is the best way to protect yourself and others from infectious diseases. Find out about the free... read more about Immunisations: Get them now, get them free»

As a teenager you need more sleep than ever, but you also have to deal with increasing school work, sport, and your own... read more about Is your life getting in the way of sleeping?»

If it’s an emergency, dial 111 now. There are lots of reasons young people need help or someone to talk to. Find out... read more about It’s OK to ask for help, so who do you ask?»

... read more about Measles and young people: Are you immunised?»

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Throughout life good and bad things happen. Find some ways of managing stress well, so you are more likely to stay on... read more about Stress is very common. Here’s how to limit it»

Yes. Physical activity is an essential part of life for all children and young people. Try some of these suggestions to... read more about Wait, kids need MORE exercise than adults?»

Bullying happens in all age groups. If your child is being bullied, or has been accused of bullying other children,... read more about What to do when your child is being bullied»

All children under 14 years old can get free doctors’ visits and cheaper or free prescriptions. Most GP clinics offer... read more about Zero doctor fees for under-14s»