Text-a-Nurse

New secure and confidential text messaging service for young people aged 11-19, which will allow them to easily and anonymously get in touch with a school nurse for advice and support, about their physical and mental and emotional wellbeing.

This service will provide advice about sensitive health issues, where young people might want to avoid a face to face appointment, and school nurses can provide help, advice and support with a variety of issues including:-

•   Emotional health and wellbeing
•   Stress and anxiety
•   Self-harm
•   Alcohol and drugs
•   Body Image
•   Smoking
•   Bullying
•   Sexual health
•   Covid related worry
•   General health issues