Controversy Over Mental Health Screening in Schools Sparks Debate
A AP review finds no nationwide standard for student mental health screenings, with policy gaps and wide district variation. Experts urge universal screening despite decades of federal recommendations, citing untreated depression and costs to individuals and society.
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Surgeon General urges new resolve to prevent smoking
On the 50th anniversary of the 1964 report acting Surgeon General Borish Lushniak urged a smoke free generation. The report warns one in 13 children could die early from smoking and cites 3,200 youths light up daily while e cigarettes add uncertainty to public health efforts.
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