1 September 2016

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The ChatHealth school nurse messaging service is available throughout the summer holidays. Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust’s school nurse messaging service allows you to get confidential support and advice on any health issues from your school nurse via text messages.

The service is available for young people aged 11-19 who are attending secondary school by texting 07480 635424. The service is available Monday to Friday 9.00am to 4.30pm throughout the year. If you text out of hours, you will receive an automated message with advice on where to get help if the question or query is urgent.

The service covers a wide range of issues such as bullying, emotional health and wellbeing, healthy relationships, sleeping, eating and drug and alcohol issues.

For more information on the school nursing service and other ways to contact a school nurse visit www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/chathealth