Young Adult Health

We’re the experts in medical care. You’re the expert in “you.” Together, we can work to keep you healthy.

Welcome to the Young Adult page. If you’re 18-25, this page is just for you.

We’re here to provide you with the information and resources you need to stay healthy in mind, body, and spirit.

Whether you’re seen at Kaiser Permanente’s dermatology clinic or internal medicine, we have doctors, nurses, and health educators who specialize in young adults and will help you get the care you need.

There’s a lot of health information out there, but with a visit to our site you can find health information you can trust—all in one place. Start by downloading our Getting to Know Kaiser Permanente: A Young Adult’s Guide.

Your Health Online
Check out our Young Adult Health website. Wherever you are—at school, at work, or at home —stay connected with your doctor.

Additional Resources: Answers and Advice for Young Adults

The web is full of health information, but how do you know what’s reliable? Kaiser Permanente encourages teens and their parents to check out the trusted links below.

Health Encyclopedia
Provides detailed information about a large variety of health topics for teens and adults.

Kaiser Permanente Member Page
Provides information about services and information available to you at Kaiser Permanente.

College Health Information from TeenHealth.org
You’ll get practical information on body, mind, sexual health, food and fitness, drugs and alcohol, disease and conditions, infections, school and jobs, and staying safe. It also comes in Spanish. Don’t be fooled by the name of the site – they have a ton of great information for 18-25 year olds.

Go Ask Alice! You can ask anonymous questions on health issues such as relationships, sexuality, sexual health, fitness and nutrition, emotional health, alcohol, nicotine, and drugs.

Hotlines
Below is a selected listing of phone numbers you can call to get health and safety information.

In Any Emergency
911

Drug and Alcohol Abuse
800-662-HELP (4357)

Immunization and Other Health Topics
800-CDC-INFO (232-4636)

Mental Health Info Center
800-789-2647

National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-SAFE (7233)

Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
800-656-HOPE (4673)

Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic Locations
800-311-3435

Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-TALK (8255)