General Health

Keeping your body and mind healthy is a critical step to a long and rewarding life. With all of the pressure and influences that you are experiencing at this time in your life, you may overlook the importance of developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The resources below provide a comprehensive look at issues that are important to you. Learn how to take control of your health and safety and to make informed decisions throughout your life. See how you can help your friends and family take steps to a healthier Falmouth community.

If you are concerned about your health or body, make sure to discuss it with your parents, a trusted adult, or your doctor.

TeensHealth: Learn about all aspects of your health through this comprehensive site. It offers information on food, fitness, infections, school, work and more. Try out some of the recipes with your friends and family- they even have options for those with special dietary needs!  

We Are Talking-Teen Health: This site guides you through general health, emotional health and sexual health. With topics from stress to body art, this site is a great resource for any teen!

Girls Health: Just for girls! From fitness and nutrition to emotions and safety, this site has the information you need to learn how to improve or maintain your health on all levels.

MedlinePlus: Use this encyclopedia to learn about any health topic you have questions about. If you are concerned about your health or body, be sure to talk to your doctor. 

TeenBEAT: Find out how active you are through this simple quiz. Submit your current activities and learn how well you stand up to the recommended amount of exercise. Recognize some of your barriers to exercise and learn how to overcome them. Browse the rest of the Meals Matter site to learn more about healthy eating and how you can help you and your family have a healthier lifestyle.

empowerME: You are the future leaders of our world. Are you ready to take action? Help combat childhood obesity in the Falmouth community and beyond by joining the “empowerME” movement and learn how to help make a difference and raise awareness.