Teenage involvement in antisocial behaviour has significant long-term effects on young adults and their mental wellbeing, according to research by the ESRI. It found that while 91% of young people have little or no involvement in ASB, 4% engage in ASB in…
The Canadian Paediatric Society is urging doctors to talk to teen patients about healthy relationships and dating violence. In new guidance issued Thursday, the society said one-third of teens in Canada experience physical, psychological, sexual or technology-related abuse — including stalking…
Changes to federal hepatitis B vaccination recommendations could lead to more childhood infections and leave up to 1.8 million young adults vulnerable to the virus, a new study finds. It comes as health experts raise concerns about the potential long-term impact…
An exam room is seen at a health clinic in Calgary, Friday, July 14, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh TORONTO - The Canadian Paediatric Society is urging doctors to talk to teen patients about healthy relationships and dating violence. In new guidance…
Is your child petrified of needles to such an extent that getting their routine vaccinations is a hassle? Tired of pinning them down while they scream in terror so the medical technician can slip in the syringe? With this one…
Summer Programs & Camps Public Safety Teen Academy Library Teen Advisory Board The Purpose of the Scottsdale Youth Substance Abuse Coalition (SYSAC) is to create a supportive and empowered youth-led community organization that actively addresses substance abuse among youth. Learn more…
Infants who received the ShotBlocker, a C-shaped plastic device that applies pressure around the injection site, immediately before vaccination had lower pain scores than those who received vaccination based on standard practice. "[The study] findings indicate that ShotBlocker may offer…
Shoppers at 100% Home Rangiora could win from a pool of giveaways worth up to $15,000, as the North Canterbury store unveils a fresh look and an expanded range. A sunscreen costing $69 per 100ml delivered just SPF14 protection despite promising SPF50 on its label, according…
A reader found out that she was no longer immune to childhood diseases, such as measles, and needed to get another vaccine. She encourages adults to stay current on their shots. Re: “Through research, U.S. defends against infectious diseases,” Another…
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