$23 million is being awarded to 30 research projects. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced $23 million in grant funding through their Teen Pregnancy Prevention…
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Appeals Court Revives Alabama Puberty Blocker Ban
Says that there’s no constitutional right to gender-affirming treatments A three-judge panel at the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against a challenge to the state of…
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CDC Reports Increase in E-Cigarette Sales
Number of brands and flavors between 2020-2022 appeal to youth. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a recent study that revealed significant changes in the e-cigarette…
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Letters follow an investigation into the sale of unauthorized products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent warning letters to 30 retailers and one distributor, following an…
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DOL Finds San Francisco Subways Violated Child Labor Laws
The operator of 14 chain locations commits a number of Fair Labor Act violations. The Department of Labor obtained a preliminary court injunction against the owner of 14…
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Surgeon General Issues Youth Social Media Health Advisory
Warns of building data pointing to a negative impact on mental health. U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recently released a health advisory cautioning the nation on the impact…
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Juul Will Pay to Settle False Advertising Claims
Settlements have been made with 45 states, while lawsuits are pending in the remaining five. Juul has agreed to pay $462 million to six states, including New York…
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COVID Vaccine Added to Routine Immunization Schedule
CDC says children, adolescents, and adults should get annual immunizations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its 2023 list of recommended immunizations. The agency includes immunization…
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$136 Million Awarded for Juvenile Justice Reform
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention distributes funds. The Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs announced the awarding of $136 million to programs and services within…
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HUD Awards $84 Million to Address Youth Homelessness
Programs include rehousing, transitional housing, and host homes. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $84 million to create systems that end youth homelessness…
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