TY - JOUR T1 - Public health for paediatricians: engaging young people from marginalised groups JF - Archives of disease in childhood - Education & practice edition JO - Arch Dis Child Educ Pract Ed DO - 10.1136/archdischild-2016-312065 SP - edpract-2016-312065 AU - Emma Rigby AU - Lindsay Starbuck Y1 - 2017/08/10 UR - http://ep.bmj.com/content/early/2017/08/10/archdischild-2016-312065.abstract N2 - Young people from marginalised groups can be excluded from health services because of reduced access, increased stigma and health inequalities. In addition, the stress associated with discrimination and stigma can have serious effects on individual health. This article explores how stigma affects young people’s access to services and how health professionals can improve their practice and support for marginalised young people to achieve the best possible health outcomes. A better understanding of local populations of young people and their needs is key to improving services and support. Working in partnership with voluntary and community sector organisations is also important. In addition, improvements can be made by promoting better communication with young people and providing extra support to help them follow treatment plans. ER -