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Marijuana Use Rises Among Teens While Alcohol Use Hits Historic Lows

A new University of Michigan survey suggests more teens are smoking pot while less of them are drinking.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/12/14

FDA Debates Over-The-Counter Morning-After Pill For Young Teens

The government is considering whether it’s OK for young teenagers to buy emergency contraception without a prescription.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/12/07

CDC: Teen Birth Rate Hit Record Low In 2010

The birth rate for U.S. teens aged 15–19 years hit a record low in 2010, according to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/12/03

CDC: Insufficient Sleep Associated With Health-risk Behaviors

Almost 70 percent of high school students are not getting the recommended hours of sleep on school nights, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/10/22

Almost Half Of Black Youth Report Pressure To Have Sex

Black youth report considerable pressure to have sex, according to a new survey of 1,500 black youth ages 13-21 released by Essence Magazine and The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/10/01

Survey: HPV Vaccine Rates Trail Other Teen Vaccines

Increases in vaccination rates for human papillomavirus (HPV) are trailing increases in rates for two other vaccines recommended for teens and preteens, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/09/04

Poll: Dad vs Mom In Driver’s Seat During Training

Car models change with the times, but one thing remains constant: American adults turn to Dad as their main driving instructor, according to a recent poll.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/08/28