ChatHealth is a confidential text messaging service that enables children and young people (aged 11-19) in Dorset to send questions via text message to their school nursing team. They will then receive a reply that includes signposting to additional services.

The service is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12-4.30pm. This includes school holidays but not bank holidays.

If a child or young person sends a text outside these hours they will receive an automated message with advice on where to get help if they require it urgently. The ChatHealth nurse will reply to the message when the service re-opens.

Children and young people can text about aChatHealth2026 graphic.png range of issues including:

  • smoking and vaping

  • healthy eating

  • sleep

  • exam stress

  • drinking and drugs

  • bullying

  • physical activity advice

  • feelings and emotions

  • body changes

  • friendships and relationships.

The ChatHealth telephone number for children and young people aged 11-19 years old to text is 07480 635511.

Visit the ChatHealth website.