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The U.S. government has decreased its recommended level of fluoride in drinking water for the first time in a half-century.

HHS: New Recommendation for Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water

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Move is attempt to prevent fluorosis caused by overexposure to the mineral
Consuming higher-than-recommended amounts of salt appears to have no ill effect on teenage girls' blood pressure

High Sodium Intake Does Not Appear to Raise BP in Teen Girls

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But higher potassium intakes inversely associated with blood pressure change throughout adolescence
A smartphone app that cuts off teenagers' cell service when they turn on the car ignition may help reduce their accident risk

PAS: Smartphone Blocker App Could Aid Teen Driving Safety

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New study suggests experimental device helps reduce high-risk driving events
Quadrivalent human papillomavirus vaccination for young girls is associated with reduced incidence of dysplasia and anogenital warts

Early Benefits for Quadrivalent HPV Vaccine in Canadian Teens

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Reduced incidence of dysplasia and anogenital warts among girls vaccinated in grades 8 to 9
The American Academy of Pediatrics has just released updated guidelines for judging whether or not a newborn is ready for hospital discharge. The guidelines are published online April 27 in Pediatrics.

AAP: Updated Guidelines on Newborn Hospital Release

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Number of factors need to be considered, according to American Academy of Pediatrics
State laws have helped reduce texting and driving by American teens

PAS: State Bans Lead to Fewer Teens Texting While Driving

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Between 2011 and 2013, texting while driving was outlawed in 14 states
Up to half of very young children use smartphones and tablets in some way before their first birthday

PAS: Mobile Media Use Prevalent in Very Young Children

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By age 2, many spend an hour or more a day on mobile devices, but parents have concerns
Watching television

PAS: Even One Hour of TV a Day Ups Childhood Obesity Risk

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Odds increase nearly 50 percent with 60 minutes or more of daily screen time
Although physical activity is important for health

Exercise Can’t Fix the Damage of a Bad Diet

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Physical activity has health benefits, but obesity is not only due to lack of exercise
All calories are not created equal and some foods are not as bad for weight management as many believe

Focus on Calories Versus Quality of Food Misdirected

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Researchers say it's not just about calories; some foods not as impactful on weight as thought