Teen smoking rising nationwide highlights health risks
Brad Robinson reports cigarette use grows among all ages with 50 million smokers in the U.S. Teen smoking climbs from 22 to 27 percent for girls 13 to 17 since 1969 1976. Data show female smokers exceed male two to one. lung cancer deaths rising especially among women.
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Brad Robinson
American Cancer Society
SHS
Does TV Viewing Help or Hinder Students
Ayls Lafler outlines TV influence on children and society, weighing benefits like knowledge and vocabulary against harms such as reduced imagination and increased passivity. The piece cites violence exposure, advertising impact, soap operas, game shows, and teen viewing patterns, arguing TV's dominance is here to stay and may be an "electronic drug."
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Jess
America
Jack Barry
Boston
Denver
YTV
Starsky and Hutch
Shirley
Kotter
Charlie’s Angels
Los Angeles
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