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#vaping
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

SF banned flavored vapes. Smoke shops are selling them anyway.

San Francisco officials cracked down on illegal vape sales to protect youth, emphasizing compliance with tobacco laws.
Gadgets
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Smart vapes' slammed for targeting kids with built-in video games, phone features: 'It's a behavioral trap'

Dangerous vapes with embedded games are designed to attract kids, raising concerns among health experts.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

SF banned flavored vapes. Smoke shops are selling them anyway.

San Francisco officials cracked down on illegal vape sales to protect youth, emphasizing compliance with tobacco laws.
Gadgets
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Smart vapes' slammed for targeting kids with built-in video games, phone features: 'It's a behavioral trap'

Dangerous vapes with embedded games are designed to attract kids, raising concerns among health experts.
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#public-health
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#environmental-policy
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#ireland
fromIrish Independent
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

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

fromIrish Independent
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

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

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#legal-issues
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Judge jails recycling plant owners accused of exposing Watts students to toxic waste

The owners of a recycling plant in South L.A. face jail time for exposing students to toxic waste and violating a court order.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Judge jails recycling plant owners accused of exposing Watts students to toxic waste

The owners of a recycling plant in South L.A. face jail time for exposing students to toxic waste and violating a court order.
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fromThe Local France
1 month ago

France's ex-PM calls 'state of emergency' over children's screen use

"If we do nothing, screens and their content will slowly kill our youth and, ultimately, our entire society," warn Attal and Rufo, highlighting the urgent need for action.
France news
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When the Immune System Turns on Us

Autoimmune diseases are increasing globally, especially among youth.
Research explores how the immune system can be influenced.
The Wim Hof Method may help reduce inflammation.
NYC parents
fromstateline.org
2 months ago

Youth gun deaths in the US have surged 50% since 2019

Firearm-related deaths among U.S. children have sharply increased, becoming the leading cause of death for youth, with significant disparities in impact among racial groups.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Generation K: The disturbing rise of ketamine abuse among young people

Ketamine addiction is leading to severe bladder damage, particularly among young users.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The pill hasn't been improved in years. No wonder women are giving up on it | Martha Gill

Contraceptive usage is declining, notably among young people, coinciding with a rise in abortion rates in England and Wales.
#skin-care
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#gender-affirming-care
Medicine
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

What is gender-affirming care, who uses it, and do they regret it?

Gender-affirming care is essential for validating gender identity but faces significant barriers, especially for transgender youth.
Medicine
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

What is gender-affirming care, who uses it, and do they regret it?

Gender-affirming care is essential for validating gender identity but faces significant barriers, especially for transgender youth.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Philippines faces alarming rise in HIV infections DW 12/23/2024

"We want to normalize HIV and STI testing as part of regular health care. With advancements in medication and technology, HIV is now manageable like other chronic conditions such as hypertension or diabetes."
Medicine
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