How do early lifestyle choices influence lifelong health?
EPISODE 01
Healthy Lifestyle & Risk Prevention for Teens and Adolescents
How do we help young people grow up healthy in today's world?
A live public conversation exploring mental wellbeing, nutrition, digital health, disease prevention, and the everyday choices that shape their lifelong health.
Date5 August 2026
Time3:00 – 4:30 PM IST
ModeLive Online
Registrations Closed
Why This Conversation Matters
Today's adolescents are growing up in a world shaped by social media, digital devices, changing food environments, academic pressures, and rapidly evolving lifestyles.
Nutritions and Physical Activity
Mental Wellbeing
Sleep & Recovery
Digital Health & Screen Time
Informed Choices & Guidance
Prevention for a Healthier Future
Many health risks don't appear overnight. They develop gradually through patterns of behaviour repeated over time. This episode focuses on prevention, awareness, and practical solutions that young people, parents, schools, organizations and communities can implement immediately.
What We'll Explore
What role do nutrition and physical activity play during adolescence?
How is digital life affecting mental wellbeing and health behaviours?
Why is prevention important at a young age?
How can families, schools, and communities support healthier habits?
What skills do young people need to navigate health information online?
Session Format
90 Minutes · Live · Interactive
Opening Keynote
The Parental Firewall: Guiding Teens Through Health Myths Toward a Balanced Lifestyle
Panel Conversation
Healthy Lifestyle & Risk Prevention for Teens and Adolescents
Masterclass
Raising Healthy Teens – 10 Habits That Last a Lifetime
Audience Q&A
Questions, challenges, myths & live interaction
Featured Speakers
Sushant Kalra
Founder Parwarish Institute of Parenting & Author
Osama Manzar
Senior Ashoka Fellow, Chevening Scholar; Founder & Director, Digital Empowerment Foundation.
Dr. Umesh Wadhavani
Nutritionist, founder, TEDx & Josh Talks speaker
Divya Bhatia
Principal, Amity International School
Dr Ganesh Jevalikar
Paediatric Endocrinologist, Max Hospital in New Delhi
Ankita Bhambri
National Champion, Former India Fed Cup Player, National & Junior Team Coach
Subhra Priyadarshini
Chief Editor, Nature India
Urvashi Kaul
Head of Government and Institutional Partnerships, Firstcheck
Takeaways & Audience
What You'll Leave With
- A better understanding of adolescent health and wellbeing
- Practical strategies for building healthier habits
- Insights into nutrition, mental wellbeing, and digital health
- Awareness of the importance of prevention and early intervention
- Evidence-based guidance from leading experts
- Resources to support healthier choices for young people and families
Who Should Attend
- Teenagers and young adults
- Parents and caregivers
- Teachers and educators
- Healthcare professionals
- Mental health practitioners
- Youth organisations
- Anyone interested in adolescent health and lifelong wellbeing
What Makes This Episode Different?
Many conversations focus on treating disease. This conversation focuses on preventing disease before it begins.
Evidence-Based Health Information
Insights grounded in science and public-health research.
Multi-Sector Perspectives
Healthcare, education, mental health, career, sports, and family perspectives in one discussion.
Practical Guidance
Actionable recommendations for families, parents, schools, and young adults.
Interactive Participation
Audience polls, questions, and live engagement.
Registrations Closed
What Your Ticket Includes
- Live Episode Access
- Full Recording Access
- Interactive Q&A with speakers
- Downloadable resources and learning materials
- Certificate of Participation
- Exclusive updates and event reminders
- Priority access to future First Check LIVE events and announcements
- A curated year-long learning experience on health, trust, and evidence