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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Caffeine pouch craze: A teenage trend troubling some experts

Increasing use of caffeine pouches among teenagers raises health concerns due to their potency and the ease of hiding their consumption.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Teens are trying to bulk up on protein supplements. What should parents watch for?

Teen consumption of protein supplements is influenced by social media, coaches, and peers, raising dietary balance concerns among parents.
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fromIndependent
1 month ago
Public health

Sudden death of student may be linked to genetic abnormality and oral contraceptive, inquest hears

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Public health

Sudden death of student may be linked to genetic abnormality and oral contraceptive, inquest hears

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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

Spinamic Brace brings comfortable, stylish solution to scoliosis care - Yanko Design

The Spinamic brace is a next-generation spinal orthosis designed specifically for the treatment and management of scoliosis, a condition where the spine curves sideways.
Health
SF parents
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Completely bizarre': Calif. teen in coma after walking off Mount Whitney

A 14-year-old boy remains unconscious after a hiking accident on Mount Whitney, highlighting risks associated with altitude sickness.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Sophia will do Irish dancing or football but afterwards it's like her feet are burning' - parents of 'butterfly skin' sufferer tell of brave daughter's struggle

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) affects the skin's ability to withstand friction and trauma, causing painful blisters and sores that can limit mobility and quality of life.
Parenting
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Mountain View could ban e-cigarettes and flavored tobacco sales - San Jose Spotlight

The goal is to combat teen nicotine use, with the City Council aiming for a citywide ban on flavored tobacco and e-cigarettes.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

TikTok's surprising new feature sets a bedtime for teens (but anyone can turn it on)

TikTok introduces features to help teens reduce late-night scrolling through meditation and enhanced parental controls.
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC parents

Exclusive | This 'masculine' habit has been linked to cancer concerns and brain development issues - and it's nearly doubled among teens

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC parents

Exclusive | This 'masculine' habit has been linked to cancer concerns and brain development issues - and it's nearly doubled among teens

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Number of overweight teens in England has soared by 50% since 2008

Obesity rates among teenagers in England have surged by 50% since 2008, significantly influenced by lifestyle changes and unhealthy eating habits.
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