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Obesity and Teens
Obesity has received a lot of media attention recently. According to the CDC, a total of 12.5 million people between the ages of 2 and 19 are obese or overweight. Obesity is a major health concern because it increases your … Keep reading
Think Before You Drink
Alcohol can influence a teen’s decision to have sex. Family and personal values play key roles, but unfortunately, so does underage drinking. Approximately 12.5 million teens drink each year, and according to the Federal Trade Commission, teens who drink are … Keep reading
Could You Be Depressed?
Some people confuse sadness with depression. Feeling sad from time to time is normal and doesn’t necessarily mean you’re depressed. It’s natural to feel sad after a breakup, or when someone close to you dies. It’s also perfectly normal to … Keep reading
Realistic Resolutions
2012 is fast approaching. Historically, New Year’s Day is when people make resolutions and set goals for themselves for the coming year. It’s also a time when we reflect on our accomplishments from the previous year. It can be rewarding … Keep reading
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Making the Holiday Season Memorable
The holiday season means a variety of things for different people, such as a break from school, time with family and friends, traveling, etc. I’m sure that you’ll want to make your holidays an experience that you will never forget, … Keep reading
Quiz Your Brain: Colds and Flu
Colds and flu are nothing to sneeze at. Every year, more than 200,000 people in the United States go to the hospital for flu-related problems. Colds are even more common, with Americans having 1 billion colds each year. Knowing the … Keep reading
Recipe: Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding
Many ethnic dishes are made with love during the holiday season when families and friends gather together for meals. Here at the CYWH, our diverse staff represents more than six different cultures. We’re all very proud of our ethnicities and … Keep reading
Facebook Privacy
Facebook continues to be a very popular social networking site with more than 750 million active users. Recently, Facebook changed its settings to better protect the privacy of its users. If you learn how to use these new settings, you’ll … Keep reading
Concussions
A soccer player bumps into her teammate and falls hard, hitting her head on the ground. She complains of a feeling dizzy and having a bad headache. Could this athlete have a concussion? Sometimes it’s hard to know if you … Keep reading
Settling Into College
Settling into college is a process, and so, it takes time. If you’re in your freshman year, you’re well on your way. For example, you’ve probably moved your things into your dorm, which means you’ve already become more independent. Maybe … Keep reading