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Teens Today At Higher Risk For Heart Disease
Thu, 24 May 2012 18:01:22 -0700
By Kaylin Krashesky MEDFORD, Ore. -- A new study done by the national healthy and nutrition examination survey shows that 34% of teens are overweight or obese because of that, teens today are at a higher risk for heart disease. People who are overweight are at a higher risk for heart disease, this includes teens. We've seen over 40% of children who are overweight or obese," says Cardiologist Dr ...
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Free Life Jackets Promote Water Safety
Thu, 24 May 2012 16:24:15 -0700
Time on the water is a tradition for many families on Memorial Day weekend. That is why two companies in Duluth are teaming up to keep kids and teens safe on the water this year.
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CDC: Half of overweight teens have heart risk
Mon, 21 May 2012 05:53:08 -0700
Half the nation's overweight teens have unhealthy blood pressure, cholesterol or blood sugar levels that put them at risk for future heart attacks and other cardiac problems, new federal research says.
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AAA: 399 teens die in traffic crashes during each of the summer months
Thu, 24 May 2012 13:57:02 -0700
May through August are the deadliest times of year for teen drivers and passengers. According to AAA, almost 400 teens die in traffic crashes during each of these summer months because more kids are driving with less supervision because school is out.
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