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Friday, May 25, 2012
Poisoning at Afghan Girls School Proof that Violence Against Women Will Get Worse
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
CDC report: More teen girls use best birth control
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More Teen Girls Using Contraceptives: CDC
HealthDay – Fri, May 4, 2012 THURSDAY, May 3 (HealthDay News) -- More teenage girls are using contraceptives, which may explain part of the dramatic drop in the U.S. teen pregnancy rate, federal health officials reported Thursday.
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The teen birth rate has dropped 44 percent since 1990, to 34 births for every 1,000 females. In 2010, about 368,000 infants were born to teen mothers, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
"We know there have been declines in teen pregnancy, which is wonderful, and increases in abstinence among teens, which is really wonderful also," said report author Crystal Pirtle Tyler, a CDC health scientist. "There has also been increases in contraceptive use."
Tyler noted that there has been a 16 percent decline in teens who say they are sexually active. "The majority of teens report never having had sex," she said.
To keep teen pregnancy rates declining, teens and their doctors need to have talks about delaying having sex, Tyler said. "It would be great if teens know that the majority of teens have never had sex," she added.
Even teens who are sexually active can be counseled to stop having sex, Tyler noted.
Tyler also said she thinks doctors have become less adverse to offering contraceptive advice to teens. "They are more comfortable providing contraceptive information than they were before," she said.
The new findings were published in the May 4 issue of the CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
Using data from the National Survey of Family Growth, the researchers found that about 60 percent of sexually active teens said they used effective contraceptive methods. Contraceptives included intrauterine devices, implants, pills, patches, rings or injectable contraceptives.
That represents a 47 percent increase in contraceptive use since 1995, the researchers said.
Contraceptive use varied by race and ethnic group, the researchers found. More white teens (66 percent) than black (46 percent) or Hispanic teens (54 percent) used contraceptives.
Although these findings are seen as progress in reducing teen pregnancy rates, meeting the Healthy People 2020 goal of reducing teen pregnancy rates by 10 percent will require "a comprehensive approach to sexual and reproductive health that includes continued promotion of delayed sexual debut and increased use of highly effective contraception among sexually experienced teens," the CDC said.
However, "we are on target to meet that goal," Tyler added.
Dr. Lawrence Friedman, director of adolescent medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, said that, "It's good news that young people are using more contraceptives when they are sexually active, and that there are more young people that are delaying the onset of sexual activity."
However, Friedman doesn't think that the apparent decrease in sexual activity means that teens are having less sex, just that they may be having less intercourse. "So, it does not indicate that teenagers are really less sexually active, maybe they are not choosing intercourse," he explained.
The fact that the pregnancy rate is down could mean that fewer teens are having intercourse, but perhaps more teens are choosing oral sex or mutual masturbation instead of intercourse, Friedman added.
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For more information on contraception, visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Sunday, April 1, 2012
8 Week Community Fitness Challenge to Raise Thousands of Dollars for Boys and Girls Club Silicon Valley
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2011The upcoming 8 week your best body challenge is a great way for people to get in shape, learn healthy eating habits, and best of all- raise money for the boys and girls club!
San Jose, CA (1888PressRelease) December 22, 2011 - Audra Baker, the owner of Be Fit Boot Camps and Personal Training is on a mission to change the shape of people everywhere and raise thousands of dollars for the Boys and Girls Club, Silicon Valley. Her "Your Best Body Challenge" could help hundreds of people transform their bodies in 8 weeks, free of charge while gathering donations for this incredible organization.
"The challenge kicks off on Saturday January 7th 2012. There's no cost to participate in the challenge," says Audra "all we ask is that each person make a small, one-time $20 donation to The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley. That's it."
Audra's "Your Best Body Challenge" is part of the fitness and weight loss contest phenomenon started by the hit TV show, The Biggest Loser. "That show really focused the nation's attention on the benefits of participating in a contest, guided by professional fitness coaches, in terms of the motivation and accountability necessary for success," explains Audra "It's difficult to lose weight and get in shape on your own. Anyone who's tried and struggled knows that - and unfortunately, that's the majority."
At www.YourBestBodyChallenge2012.com, Audra gives the details of the challenge and provides a complete 8-week Transformation Guide that can be downloaded instantly, containing instructions, questions and answers, rules and regulations, prizes awarded to winners and even a complete 8-week exercise and nutrition program.
"Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to participate," Audra says. "We want to help as many people as we can, and this is the best way to do that. Last year we had over 300 people participate and raised $6000 for the Boys and Girls Club and this year will be even bigger!"
Many local businesses have agreed to sponsor the challenge by helping spread the word and provide the prizes awarded to the Your Best Body Grand Champion and two runners up. "It's definitely a San Jose city effort," says Audra, "we couldn't do this without a lot of help and are grateful for the generosity of all our sponsors."
Audra Baker is available for candid and informative interviews at 408.209.2169
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2011The upcoming 8 week your best body challenge is a great way for people to get in shape, learn healthy eating habits, and best of all- raise money for the boys and girls club!
San Jose, CA (1888PressRelease) December 22, 2011 - Audra Baker, the owner of Be Fit Boot Camps and Personal Training is on a mission to change the shape of people everywhere and raise thousands of dollars for the Boys and Girls Club, Silicon Valley. Her "Your Best Body Challenge" could help hundreds of people transform their bodies in 8 weeks, free of charge while gathering donations for this incredible organization.
"The challenge kicks off on Saturday January 7th 2012. There's no cost to participate in the challenge," says Audra "all we ask is that each person make a small, one-time $20 donation to The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley. That's it."
Audra's "Your Best Body Challenge" is part of the fitness and weight loss contest phenomenon started by the hit TV show, The Biggest Loser. "That show really focused the nation's attention on the benefits of participating in a contest, guided by professional fitness coaches, in terms of the motivation and accountability necessary for success," explains Audra "It's difficult to lose weight and get in shape on your own. Anyone who's tried and struggled knows that - and unfortunately, that's the majority."
At www.YourBestBodyChallenge2012.com, Audra gives the details of the challenge and provides a complete 8-week Transformation Guide that can be downloaded instantly, containing instructions, questions and answers, rules and regulations, prizes awarded to winners and even a complete 8-week exercise and nutrition program.
"Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to participate," Audra says. "We want to help as many people as we can, and this is the best way to do that. Last year we had over 300 people participate and raised $6000 for the Boys and Girls Club and this year will be even bigger!"
Many local businesses have agreed to sponsor the challenge by helping spread the word and provide the prizes awarded to the Your Best Body Grand Champion and two runners up. "It's definitely a San Jose city effort," says Audra, "we couldn't do this without a lot of help and are grateful for the generosity of all our sponsors."
Audra Baker is available for candid and informative interviews at 408.209.2169
### Other Related Press Releases by Be Fit Boot CampsSkin Institute Opens in Taranaki by Skin InstituteContact InformationAudra BakerBe Fit Boot Camps Visit our SitePress Release Tools
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8 Week Community Fitness Challenge to Raise Thousands of Dollars for Boys and Girls Club San Francisco
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2011The upcoming 8 week your best body challenge is a great way for people to get in shape, learn healthy eating habits, and best of all- raise money for the boys and girls club!
San Jose, CA (1888PressRelease) December 22, 2011 - Kristen Nolan, the owner of I Luv My Body Fitness Boot Camps and Personal Training is on a mission to change the shape of people everywhere and raise thousands of dollars for the Boys and Girls Club, San Francisco. Her "Your Best Body Challenge" could help hundreds of people transform their bodies in 8 weeks, free of charge while gathering donations for this incredible organization.
"The challenge kicks off on Saturday January 7th 2012. There's no cost to participate in the challenge," says Kristen "all we ask is that each person make a small, one-time $20 donation to The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley. That's it."
Kristen's "Your Best Body Challenge" is part of the fitness and weight loss contest phenomenon started by the hit TV show, The Biggest Loser. "That show really focused the nation's attention on the benefits of participating in a contest, guided by professional fitness coaches, in terms of the motivation and accountability necessary for success," explains Kristen. "It's difficult to lose weight and get in shape on your own. Anyone who's tried and struggled knows that - and unfortunately, that's the majority."
At www.YourBestBodyChallenge2012.com, Kristen gives the details of the challenge and provides a complete 8-week Transformation Guide that can be downloaded instantly, containing instructions, questions and answers, rules and regulations, prizes awarded to winners and even a complete 8-week exercise and nutrition program.
"Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to participate," Kristen says. "We want to help as many people as we can, and this is the best way to do that. Last year we had over 100 people participate and raised enough money to provide thousands of meals for the SF Food Bank."
Many local businesses have agreed to sponsor the challenge by helping spread the word and provide the prizes awarded to the Your Best Body Grand Champion and two runners up. "It's definitely a San Francisco effort," says Kristen, "we couldn't do this without a lot of help and we're all very grateful to our sponsors for their generous donations."
Kristen Nolan is available for candid and informative interviews at 925.209.1482
### Other Related Press ReleasesEzPaycheck 2012: New Edition of Payroll Software Now Available For Small Businesses by Halfpricesoft.com by I Luv My Body FitnessContact InformationKristen NolanI Luv My Body Fitness 901 Minnesota Street94107Voice: 925-209-1482Visit our SitePress Release Tools
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Dec
2011The upcoming 8 week your best body challenge is a great way for people to get in shape, learn healthy eating habits, and best of all- raise money for the boys and girls club!
San Jose, CA (1888PressRelease) December 22, 2011 - Kristen Nolan, the owner of I Luv My Body Fitness Boot Camps and Personal Training is on a mission to change the shape of people everywhere and raise thousands of dollars for the Boys and Girls Club, San Francisco. Her "Your Best Body Challenge" could help hundreds of people transform their bodies in 8 weeks, free of charge while gathering donations for this incredible organization.
"The challenge kicks off on Saturday January 7th 2012. There's no cost to participate in the challenge," says Kristen "all we ask is that each person make a small, one-time $20 donation to The Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley. That's it."
Kristen's "Your Best Body Challenge" is part of the fitness and weight loss contest phenomenon started by the hit TV show, The Biggest Loser. "That show really focused the nation's attention on the benefits of participating in a contest, guided by professional fitness coaches, in terms of the motivation and accountability necessary for success," explains Kristen. "It's difficult to lose weight and get in shape on your own. Anyone who's tried and struggled knows that - and unfortunately, that's the majority."
At www.YourBestBodyChallenge2012.com, Kristen gives the details of the challenge and provides a complete 8-week Transformation Guide that can be downloaded instantly, containing instructions, questions and answers, rules and regulations, prizes awarded to winners and even a complete 8-week exercise and nutrition program.
"Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to participate," Kristen says. "We want to help as many people as we can, and this is the best way to do that. Last year we had over 100 people participate and raised enough money to provide thousands of meals for the SF Food Bank."
Many local businesses have agreed to sponsor the challenge by helping spread the word and provide the prizes awarded to the Your Best Body Grand Champion and two runners up. "It's definitely a San Francisco effort," says Kristen, "we couldn't do this without a lot of help and we're all very grateful to our sponsors for their generous donations."
Kristen Nolan is available for candid and informative interviews at 925.209.1482
### Other Related Press ReleasesEzPaycheck 2012: New Edition of Payroll Software Now Available For Small Businesses by Halfpricesoft.com by I Luv My Body FitnessContact InformationKristen NolanI Luv My Body Fitness 901 Minnesota Street94107Voice: 925-209-1482Visit our SitePress Release Tools
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