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Look here to learn about AIDS, asthma, epilepsy and diabetes.

Resources in this category:

C. Everett Coop Institute Chronic Illness Resources for Teens :: http://dms.dartmouth.edu/koop/resources/chronic_illness/

A place to share stories written by teens with chronic illness. Also includes extensive resources to help you learn about different chronic illnesses.

Asthma :: http://www.lung.ca/diseases-maladies/asthma-asthme/what-quoi/index_e.php

This site contains information regarding asthma, a chronic disease, including the signs and symptoms, medications, and treatments, as well as how to cope with asthma when exercising, in school, and during pregnancy.

Children with Diabetes :: http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/index_cwd.htm

This site has a clinic, a chatroom, links to the homepages of kids with diabetes, specialinformation for parents, and in general is very informative about all aspects of diabetes.

Epilepsy.com: Information for Teens :: http://www.epilepsy.com/info/teens

This site has information on epilepsy for teenagers, information on support groups, a community forum, and personal stories from teens with epilepsy.

Food Allergies in the Real World :: http://www.faanteen.org/

Information and articles about managing food allergies, personal stories from other teens, and an advice column.

HIV 2001 Simulation :: http://www.biology.arizona.edu/immunology/activities/AIDS2001/main.html

"This Web lab simulates the potential spread of HIV through a population."

Living with IBD :: http://www.ccfa.org/research/living/

Here are some resources for teens and their families about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBD). A special section explains the syndrome for kids and teens. Other sections include advice about travel, diet, and related emotional factors

Questions and Answers about Rosacea :: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/default.asp

"This booklet contains general information about rosacea. It defines rosacea and describes its symptoms, possible causes, and treatments."

Solving the Mystery of Mononucleosis :: http://kidshealth.org/teen/infections/common/mononucleosis.html

You've heard of it - "mono" and "the kissing disease." Find out how it is transmitted, how to know if you have it, and how to get better.

Staying Alive :: http://eu.staying-alive.org/stayingalive/shells/h_home.jhtml

This site is part of a project sponsored by MTV and other organizations to promote awareness and prevention of HIV/AIDS in the international youth community, and includes clips from Staying Alive documentaries and the 2002 World Aids Day Concert.

The Stutterring Foundation - Teens :: http://www.stutteringhelp.org/Default.aspx?tabid=8

Information about stuttering including therapy options, steps for dealing with stressful situations, and a stuttering-related podcast.

Teenagers & HIV/AIDS :: http://www.hivpositive.com/f-Women/9-Kids/9-Teenagers.html

Facts about teenagers with HIV/AIDS, education programs, and resources on adolescent HIV/AIDS.

TeenAIDS.org :: http://www.teenaids.org/

Learn about the problem of the spread of AIDS in teenagers. This site, prepared by a Harvard Researcher, offers teens the chance to ask about AIDS and other issues. You can find information about avoiding AIDS, including information on risks associated with tattoos or body piercing. One purpose of the site is to assist teens and their communities to become part of PeerCorps, groups of teenagers that can help each other learn about AIDS. Note that the "Dr. John" on this site is NOT a medical doctor, but a doctor of education. This site has a long list of hotlines that teens can call.

Teens Living with Cancer :: http://www.teenslivingwithcancer.org/

Besides information on different types of cancer and their treatments, this site has useful sections on living and dealing with cancer and how it affects your body, relationships, and emotions. There is also a section for family and friends and a discussion forum.

Teens With Crohn's Disease :: http://pages.prodigy.net/mattgreen/

"Welcome to my page on the Net. I was first diagnosed with Crohn's Disease five and a half years ago and, being a teenager, I have found that it is difficult to talk to friends about it that don't have the disease. I created this site as a place to share stories and information - for teens, by teens - with Crohn's Disease, Colitis, or IBS."

YouthCO AIDS Society :: http://www.youthco.org/cms/

A peer driven organization in Vancouver, B.C. which addresses youth issues concerning AIDS and HIV. Includes a zine, "Spicy," with an advice column, information about safer sex, and space for contributions of prose and poetry by youth. Be aware that some of the safer sex information is illustrated in an explicit fashion.