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    Apr 6, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  1. Teen contraception decision: Doctors say science trumps politics

    Science trumped politics, but politics may still present problems for teens trying to purchase emergency contraception.
    Science trumped politics, but politics may still present problems for teens trying to purchase emergency contraception. “A lot of stuff is going to happen over the next 30 days,” said Dr. Cora Breuner, a pediatric medicine specialist at...

    Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Disasters and Accidents, Family Planning, Justice System, Health Treatments

    2. Feb 25, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  2. Teens who volunteered reduced their heart disease risk, study says

    People who volunteer are often known to say they get more out of the experience than those who are being helped. A study in Canada concurs that that may be true: Researchers say that high school students who volunteered improved their own health.
    People who volunteer are often known to say they get more out of the experience than those who are being helped. A study in Canada concurs that that may be true: Researchers say that high school students who volunteered improved their own health. The...

    Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Heart Disease, Medical Research, Diseases and Illnesses, Mount Sinai

    3. Sep 30, 2011 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  3. Teen alcohol consumption: A tangled network leads to a surprising conclusion

    When your teen comes home slurring, swaying and smelling of alcohol, here's a research finding that will help you pinpoint whom to finger as the major "bad influence" in the kid's life. First, a couple of hints: It's not that rowdy gang of boys your son hangs out with, and it's not those girls who wear too much makeup that your daughter's fallen in with. It's also not the new love interest in your kid's life, either (well, not precisely).
    When your teen comes home slurring, swaying and smelling of alcohol, here's a research finding that will help you pinpoint whom to finger as the major "bad influence" in the kid's life. First, a couple of hints: It's not that rowdy gang of boys your son...

    Tags: Human Interest, The Ohio State University, Minority Groups, Arts and Culture, University of Pennsylvania

    4. Aug 29, 2011 | Los Angeles Times

  4. Student drug testing doesn't work [Blowback]

    Opinion L.A.
    Paul Armentano, deputy director of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws and coauthor of the book "Marijuana Is Safer: So Why Are We Driving People to Drink?" responds to Shari Roan’s Aug. 17 Health article, "Student drug......
    5. Mar 20, 2011 |Story| Los Angeles Times

  5. Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    Founded in 1901, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is one of the nation’s top children’s hospitals and is acknowledged worldwide for its leadership in pediatric and adolescent health. Children’s Hospital is one of only eight in the nation — and the only one in the western United States — named to the national “Honor Roll” of children’s hospitals in the 2010 U.S. News & World Report rankings for clinical excellence. The hospital is preparing to open a $636-million, 317-bed state-of-the-art facility in July 2011 that will further expand services and capabilities at its main campus on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, as well as increase its ability to provide family centered care to residents throughout the region.
    Founded in 1901, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is one of the nation’s top children’s hospitals and is acknowledged worldwide for its leadership in pediatric and adolescent health. Children’s Hospital is one of only eight in the...

    Tags: Hospitals and Clinics, Human Interest, National Institutes of Health, Medical Research, Physical Conditions

    6. Feb 1, 2011 | Los Angeles Times

  6. Teen pregnancy rate at record low in California

    L.A. NOW
    The rate of teen pregnancies in California is at a record low, according to a new state report. Factors include the influence of sex education programs, the poor economy and possibly even reality television programs that show the struggles of young...
    7. Aug 26, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  7. Helping homeless children, teens get medical care

    You can see why a state might require minors to have a parent's OK before they receive medical care. But Maryland law has made life especially difficult for homeless teenagers who have no adults watching out for them.
    You can see why a state might require minors to have a parent's OK before they receive medical care. But Maryland law has made life especially difficult for homeless teenagers who have no adults watching out for them. It's the sort of problem that drives...

    Tags: Hospitals and Clinics, Homelessness, Human Interest, Crime, Law and Justice, Ear Infection

    8. Aug 17, 2012 |Story| WDCW-LTV

  8. Direct Access - 06/01/12

    Coverage of the DOH Teen Health Campaign "I Care About Me"on May 21, 2012. Plus your Celebrity Hook-Up and the hottest new videos.
    Coverage of the DOH Teen Health Campaign "I Care About Me"on May 21, 2012. Plus your Celebrity Hook-Up and the hottest new videos.
    9. Jul 18, 2012 |Story| South Florida Entertainment

  9. Teenlink/Links

    > Teen Health > Express yourself > Love & Dating > Sex Education & Teen Pregnancy > Driver's License & and Car Info > Voting & Political Activism > Help & Tutoring > College Prep & Testing > Colleges & Career Info > Gay & Lesbian Support > Just for Fun > ...

    Tags: Computer Networking and Internet, Democratic Party, Family Planning, Career and Workplace, Game Playing

    10. Jul 25, 2012 |Story| Tribune Media Services

  10. Earlier bedtimes may fend off teen depression

    A new study confirms something pediatricians and parents already suspected: One key to having happy, healthy and less depressed children is to have earlier bedtimes.
    A new study confirms something pediatricians and parents already suspected: One key to having happy, healthy and less depressed children is to have earlier bedtimes. The study was conducted by researchers at Columbia University and appears in the journal...

    Tags: Columbia University, Behavioral Conditions, Depression, Suicide, Science and Technology

    11. Jul 25, 2012 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  11. Maryland ranks 10th in child well-being, national study says

    Fewer Maryland children are living in high-poverty neighborhoods than a decade ago, but the lingering economic slump has left more parents without a steady paycheck, theAnnie E. Casey Foundationreported Wednesday. The Baltimore-based charity ranks...

    Tags: Annie E. Casey Foundation, Social Issues, Family, Health and Safety at School

    12. May 18, 2012 |Story| WDCW-LTV

  12. Direct Access covers "I Care About Me," Tonight @ Midnight on DC50

    Watch Direct Access Friday, June 1st, at Midnight on DC50 for coverage, with exclusive interviews, from the <span style="font-size: x-small;">"I Care About Me"</span> <span style="font-size: x-small;">event, which took place Monday, May 21st.</span>
    Watch Direct Access Friday, June 1st, at Midnight on DC50 for coverage, with exclusive interviews, from the "I Care About Me" event, which took place Monday, May 21st. DC Department of Health Launches Teen Health Campaign “I Care About Me”...

    Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Weight, Politics, Obesity, Environmental Issues

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