Health News Archives

CDC Panel Says No to Routine Use of Gardasil for Boys
Doctors are free to offer HPV shot to males but widespread vaccination not advised

Giving Gardasil to Boys Not Worth the Cost
But other experts dispute finding, and say young men need protection from STDs

Genetics Linked to Early Sexual Activity in Kids
Impulsive traits may be passed down from parents, research shows

Pregnancy, STDs on the Rise Again Among U.S. Teens
Trend threatens to reverse years of positive change, CDC researchers say

New Evidence Supports HPV Vaccine
Industry-funded study showed high levels of protection against human papillomavirus

Close Monitoring May Help Troubled Teen Girls Avoid Pregnancy
Specialized foster care program for delinquent kids showed surprise benefit

Too Much Media May Be Tough on Kids’ Health
Expert warns parents to limit access to computers, TV and more

Provocative Online Portrayals Can Get Teen Girls in Trouble
Study found they raised the chances of online advances, offline meetings

Parents Influence Sex Decisions, Hispanic Teens Say
Survey findings may spark new pregnancy prevention tactics

Fathers’ Concern Rises When Teens Start Having Sex
Dads become more motivated to intervene and keep kids safe, study finds