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Share the Spirit: Early Alert Canines brings peace of mind' to East Bay family

Amelia Esteves, a 17-year-old with Type 1 diabetes, prepares for college with the help of Early Alert Canines, which provides dogs for diabetes detection.
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Australia says it will ban minors from using social media

Australia plans to ban social media for children to address health concerns raised by parents and encourage outdoor play.

L.A. wants to ban using nitrous oxide to get high. But challenges loom

Los Angeles is considering a ban on nitrous oxide sales to minors due to rising concerns over accessibility and health risks.

Exclusive | No vaping in the boys' room: E-cig detectors would be required in NYC schools under bill

New York City schools may soon install e-cigarette detectors as lawmakers aim to curb youth vaping.

Australia says it will ban minors from using social media

Australia plans to ban social media for children to address health concerns raised by parents and encourage outdoor play.

L.A. wants to ban using nitrous oxide to get high. But challenges loom

Los Angeles is considering a ban on nitrous oxide sales to minors due to rising concerns over accessibility and health risks.

Exclusive | No vaping in the boys' room: E-cig detectors would be required in NYC schools under bill

New York City schools may soon install e-cigarette detectors as lawmakers aim to curb youth vaping.
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Young people are dying of heat and their risks could grow, study finds

Young people, especially under 35, are increasingly vulnerable to heat-related deaths, contrary to previous focus on the elderly.

Supreme Court Hears Case on Flavored Vapes Popular With Teenagers

The Supreme Court is deliberating on the FDA's rejection of flavored e-cigarette applications due to youth health concerns.

FYI: Your Kid's Cycle Will Take A While To Become Regular

Irregular periods after the first menstrual cycle are normal and can last for years.
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Exclusive | NYC Council looks to outlaw vaping devices disguised as school supplies: 'Crafted to deceive'

The City Council aims to crack down on illegal vaping devices disguised as school supplies in NYC to protect children's health.

Kids on social media are 4 times more likely to vape

Children spending more time on social media have higher chances of vaping and smoking.

Smoking to be banned outside schools and hospitals, but pubs get reprieve

Smoking will be banned outside schools and hospitals in the UK, aimed at reducing cancer rates.

'Shocking' photos of children in hospital after vaping drive down exclusions

The anti-vaping initiative in Haringey effectively reduced school exclusions and altered perceptions about vaping among students.

Exclusive | NYC Council looks to outlaw vaping devices disguised as school supplies: 'Crafted to deceive'

The City Council aims to crack down on illegal vaping devices disguised as school supplies in NYC to protect children's health.

Kids on social media are 4 times more likely to vape

Children spending more time on social media have higher chances of vaping and smoking.

Smoking to be banned outside schools and hospitals, but pubs get reprieve

Smoking will be banned outside schools and hospitals in the UK, aimed at reducing cancer rates.

'Shocking' photos of children in hospital after vaping drive down exclusions

The anti-vaping initiative in Haringey effectively reduced school exclusions and altered perceptions about vaping among students.
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Minnesota is a refuge for trans health care. Here's how doctors are meeting the need

Minnesota is acting as a refuge for trans youth seeking gender affirming care against a backdrop of bans in neighboring states.

Youth Opioid Overdoses Spiked During Pandemic, Study Finds - News Center

Youth opioid overdoses increased significantly during the pandemic, necessitating greater awareness and preventive measures among parents.

Could the Key to Understanding Long COVID Be Found in the Gut?

A new clinical trial at Massachusetts General Hospital aims to understand and treat long COVID in young patients aged 7 to 21.

Peadar Toibin criticises Health Minister's push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-old girls as 'virtue signalling'

The proposal for free contraception for 16-year-old girls faces ethical resistance despite the minister advocating for access, citing medical independence at that age.
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Vapes are the 'revenge of the tobacco industry,' says Simon Harris as Health Minister proposes ban on all disposable vapes

Legislation aims to ban disposable vapes to protect youth from vaping and reduce environmental litter.

Whooping cough cases are soaring to new heights in Canada. What's behind the sudden spike? | CBC News

Whooping cough cases in Canada have surged dramatically in 2024, primarily affecting youth and surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

New law to ban flavoured vapes targeting children

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly plans to ban disposable vapes in Ireland for environmental and public health reasons.

Vapes are the 'revenge of the tobacco industry,' says Simon Harris as Health Minister proposes ban on all disposable vapes

Legislation aims to ban disposable vapes to protect youth from vaping and reduce environmental litter.

Whooping cough cases are soaring to new heights in Canada. What's behind the sudden spike? | CBC News

Whooping cough cases in Canada have surged dramatically in 2024, primarily affecting youth and surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

New law to ban flavoured vapes targeting children

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly plans to ban disposable vapes in Ireland for environmental and public health reasons.
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Vapes should be sold behind the counter like cigarettes, says BMA

Vapes should be regulated like cigarettes, sold behind the counter to tackle youth vaping epidemic.
The rise in youth vaping calls for urgent government action to protect children's health.

Teen Cyclist Tragically Killed in Kensington Crash

A 16-year-old cyclist was killed in a vehicle accident in Kensington, highlighting the risks for cyclists on city roads.
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Young people are 'abusing' energy drinks in a bid to lose weight

Consuming energy drinks instead of food for weight loss can lead to eating disorders.

UK eating disorder charity says calls from people with Arfid has risen sevenfold

ARFID cases in the UK rose sevenfold in five years, affecting children, young people, and parents.
Limited specialist care for ARFID leads to delays; 8 in 10 service providers do not mention offering ARFID care.

Young people are 'abusing' energy drinks in a bid to lose weight

Consuming energy drinks instead of food for weight loss can lead to eating disorders.

UK eating disorder charity says calls from people with Arfid has risen sevenfold

ARFID cases in the UK rose sevenfold in five years, affecting children, young people, and parents.
Limited specialist care for ARFID leads to delays; 8 in 10 service providers do not mention offering ARFID care.
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Physical Fitness Linked to Better Mental Health in Young People

Physical fitness in children and adolescents may lower the risk of mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

Procurador general de CA cuestiona material de educacion sexual de grupo cristiano

The Modesto Pregnancy Center received a letter from the California Attorney General demanding proof of medically accurate and impartial sexual education provided to students.
California law requires public schools to provide comprehensive sexual health education, free from religious doctrine, at least once in high school and once in middle school.

Warning young people are turning to porn to learn about sexual health

Sex education in schools is failing, leading young people to rely on online information about sexual health, exposing them to harm.
The number of STI diagnoses in England is increasing, with young people being disproportionately affected, highlighting the urgency for better sexual health education and prevention strategies.

New study finds that only 1% of trans teens detransition

Only 1% of trans teens detransition after starting medical treatment.
Detransition rates are generally low, with most reverting shortly after seeking care.

Are Supplements FDA Approved? Inside the Wild West of Diet Pills and Protein Powder

The dietary supplement industry is lucrative and largely unregulated, leading to potential harm to consumers.
Youth are particularly susceptible to using nonprescribed weight loss products, including dietary supplements, with associated negative health outcomes.

Teens' Mental Health May Improve When They Help Others

Volunteering in youth positively impacts mental and physical health, similar to effects seen in adults.
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