Teens! Visit Your Doctor Even When You Feel Ok!
With school, extra-curricular activities, and everything else going on in your life, it can be hard to find time to visit your doctor unless you feel sick. But did you know that it is also important to see your doctor when you are feeling well? These visits can help you avoid many health issues that teens face, such as:
- obesity or being overweight
- eating disorders
- depression
- behavioral health problems
- nicotine addiction
- alcohol abuse and/or drug use
- sexually transmitted diseases
- unintended pregnancy
During these visits your doctor will listen to your concerns and will counsel you on what action you need to take. Everything that you discuss will be kept confidential.
Do your best to visit your doctor at least once a year. If it has been more than 12 months since your last visit, make an appointment as soon as you can.
If you need help finding a doctor in your area, or if you need help setting up transportation to your doctor, please call us at 1-800-826-6240. You may be eligible to receive free Metrocards to help you get to your doctor.
For more information on how to stay healthy visit www.teenshealth.org/teen.
