When Should Sex Education End According to Dobson
Dr Dobson says formal instruction should end as puberty begins when rapid sexual development starts. Teens may resist parent discussions then so parents should step back and offer indirect guidance while remaining available. Trusted youth workers can help initiate talks and magazines like Brio and Breakaway offer friendlike guidance.
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Government pledges to cut Chesapeake Bay pollution
Twenty federal agencies will protect open space restore wetlands and curb nutrient runoff into Chesapeake Bay. NASA will use satellites and the space shuttle to monitor the bay with infrared data on water temperature pollution runoff fish and algae. EPA chief Carol Browner calls it a significant effort to preserve a national treasure.
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Kellogg Unveils Ensemble Line Aimed at Health Conscious Buyers
Kellogg introduces Ensemble, a 21 item line of health oriented foods including frozen entrées and cereals, claiming reduced bad cholesterol with soluble fiber. The FDA approved the claim, with rollout planned in five Midwest states by March and nationwide by fall 1999. Critics note long term use is required for the benefits.
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Medical Radiologic Technology Week Honors Professionals
Ransom Memorial Hospital hosts an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. to celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week honoring radiologic technologists who produce medical images. Nationwide, over 220,000 radiologic science professionals work in hospitals clinics and imaging centers. Nurse Practitioner Week in Kansas highlights primary care providers with advanced training promoting health care delivery.
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Deformed Frogs Linked to Agricultural Chemicals
Canadian researcher Mar tin Ouellet of McGill University links frog deformities to agricultural chemicals across a 150 mile St. Lawrence River Valley study of about 30 000 frogs over seven years. He notes a widespread association with pesticides, marking amphibians as potential early environmental indicators.
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Pain relief risks and healthy alternatives urged by study
Health columnist Brenda Adderly reviews risks of common pain killers with a Stanford study showing higher deaths from side effects than skin cancer cervical cancer and asthma combined. Alternatives include glucosamine chondroitin chiropractic acupuncture massage and herbal options. diagnosis and physician guidance advised. Also notes rise of asthma in wealthy nations and the value of HEPA air filtration. Girls' sports participation rising with 86 percent growth in ages 6 to 11 and 25.5 million girls active last year. 22.2 million men active.
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