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Students talk about how their diet changed when they left home and a dietitian gives advice on healthy eating.

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Student health tips

Advice from a college GP on student health issues, including contraception, lifestyle and vaccinations.

Student stress

A guide to coping with the pressures of student life such as exams, money worries and being away from home.

Exercise and study

The importance of finding time to exercise while studying, and how to find local sports facilities.

Student mental health

Where to get help with mental health problems such as depression, stress and eating disorders.

Smoking, alcohol, drugs

Students are more likely to smoke, drink alcohol and take drugs. Find out why and how to resist temptation.

Sexual health

Where to go for advice on sexual health issues including STIs, contraception and unplanned pregnancy.

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