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News Articles:  Youth 411

Youth in the News, 2006

We are pleased to present a collection of national youth news articles for our constituents. We gain a broad perspective on youth issues when we read these articles, and thought that perspective may be valuable to others. Please share with us your thoughts and suggestions on how this column can best serve your interests. The articles included in this feature are retrieved through our news service and may not be comprehensive. We briefly summarize these news items and include links to the actual articles. We do not independently verify the information contained in them.  If we include something that is not correct, please bring it to our attention and we will publish a correction.

December 16-31, 2006		Volume 1, Number 8 -- Read articles about teen use of smokeless tobacco and over the counter cough and cold medcine.
December 1-15, 2006		Volume 1, Number 7 -- Learn about new studies on youth obesity, school violence and youth risk-taking behavior.
November 16-30, 2006		Volume 1, Number 6 -- Read about youth that are at risk of cardiovascular disease and how state law enforcement officials are taking steps to combat youth violence and truancy.
November 1-15, 2006		Volume 1, Number 5 --  Read about the effects of alcohol and drug use on the adolescent brain and which youth are at a greater risk for HIV infection.
October 16-31, 2006		Volume 1, Number 4 --  This volume includes articles on providing youth financial education and using technology to combat youth violence.
October 1-15, 2006		Volume 1, Number 3 --  Read articles on school safety and programs for at-risk youth.
September 16-30, 2006		Volume 1, Number 2 --  This volume includes articles on innovative ways to engage youth in the voting process and how some states are addressing the unique needs of gay and lesbian youth.
September 1-15, 2006		Volume 1, Number 1 -- Articles cover some issue areas like bullying prevention, youth gang violence and services provided to former foster youth.