Kenya: Supporting Single Mothers Aug 3, 2008
The best we can do is to pool our strengths through networking," says Nandwa.Health and education of young mothers are two key areas of such networking. As the main provider of health services, government hospitals work in partnership with women's organisations. Dr Rupal Maru of the Kenyatta National Hospital, which receives cases of teenage pregnancy referred by organisations like Smak, says early motherhood entails more than just medical complications."Unmarried girls who become pregnant face... (allAfrica.com)
Miley offered $1M condom deal Jul 30, 2008
With recent reports showing that one out of four teenage girls has a sexually transmitted disease and the high level of teenage pregnancy, we believe that Miley is both influential and relatable to this afflicted set - and is the obvious choice to get the message of safe sex out to teens across America. . (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Condoms for Miley? Jul 30, 2008
She said: "Pop culture proves that teens are more ready than ever to discuss the subject of sex. With recent reports showing that one out of four teenage girls has a sexually transmitted disease and the high level of teenage pregnancy, we believe that Miley is both influential and relatable to this afflicted set and is the obvious choice to get the message of safe sex out to teens across America.". Cyrus recently hinted she is set to bid goodbye to 'Hannah Montana', the hit Disney TV show which... (iAfrica.com)
GPs' sexual health care 'patchy' Jul 28, 2008
The report says there has been significant progress in improving access to genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinics, with almost all offering appointments within 48 hours, plus a fall in teenage pregnancy rates - 2006 figures showed them at their lowest rate for 20 years. But is say there have been worrying increases in the diagnoses of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV, as well as a rise in demand for abortions. (BBC News -- UK)
Yesterday's history, tomorrow's future Jul 27, 2008
He said giving teenagers a place to go, where they can be supervised in a positive environment, could help solve such problems as drug use, teenage pregnancy and petty crimes. "We're hoping that we just don't build a building, but the building is there for a purpose, and hopefully resolve the problems we have...and not only make it work in the East part of the city of Suffolk, but allow it to continue to work in the city of Suffolk.". (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Teens want to talk more about sex Jul 24, 2008
She said: "Teenage pregnancy is due to many factors. Many youngsters don't have the right information. I'm not talking about the mechanics of sex, but many don't have the language to say no to sex or to delay it until they are ready and with someone they trust. "By starting up conversations parents can encourage them to make their own decisions, and stand by them and stand up to the friends or peers if pressure is put on them. " The poll for the study was carried out online by Populus among 580... (BBC News -- UK)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Jul 19, 2008
A study claims the declining teenage pregnancy rate in the US is down to better use of contraception rather than young people abstaining from sex. The US government has promoted abstinence as its preferred way to cut the teenage pregnancy rate ... The US government has come under fire for its policy on teenage pregnancy, which includes funding education programmes which eschew promotion of contraception in favour of abstinence. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Ghanaian-Canadian Professors Support Schools Jul 19, 2008
Funded by his institution, the research project was to determine the link between parenting styles and teenage reproductive behaviour in Suhum, a small town in eastern Ghana, and known for its high rates of teenage pregnancy. His research took him to several secondary schools, the local library and the Suhum Government Hospital. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Police offer $10,000 reward for suspect in Palo Alto shooting Jul 17, 2008
The result is more than a 50 percent high school drop out rate for Tongan youth, high teenage pregnancy rates and an over representation in juvenile hall and adult correctional facilities. Along with Samoans, Tongans also have the lowest per capita income than any other major racial or ethnic group in California. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Culture of promiscuity causes sexual diseases to soar among young ... Jul 16, 2008
Others claimed the rising rates were fuelled by the Government's Teenage Pregnancy Strategy, which involves making contraception and sex education more widely available ... But Norman Wells, of campaign group Family and Youth Concern, said the Teenage Pregnancy Strategy has encouraged young people to think they can engage in casual sexual relationships without consequences and has led to more sexual experimentation and more disease. (Daily Mail)
Olympians and superpowers, and the games they played in a roman arena Jul 16, 2008
She overcame poverty, polio and a teenage pregnancy to win three gold medals; when she returned to Tennessee for celebrations that included a parade and a banquet, she insisted that the events be integrated. He was the first black to carry the American flag during the opening ceremonies and went on to live up to his promise by winning the decathlon in a tough contest against his good friend C. K. Yang of Taiwan. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Newsweek: OK! defends Jamie Lynn coverage Jul 14, 2008
NEWSWEEK: On the cover of the magazine, Jamie Lynn says that "being a mom is the best feeling in the world." Do you think you're giving your readers, many of whom are Jamie Lynn's age or younger, an overly glamorous take on teenage pregnancy. Rob Shuter: I think what we've done successfully in this story is point out that Jamie Lynn is an exceptional situation where she's a young girl but she's already made a handsome living. (MSNBC -- News)
Success of abstinence in cutting teen pregnancies is a 'myth' Jul 13, 2008
Sexual abstinence as an effective tool in reducing teenage pregnancy is a complete "myth", the Government's advisory body on the issue claimed yesterday. The Independent Advisory Group on Teenage Pregnancy said that research from the United States showed that contraception was the way to bring down rates ... Researchers from Columbia University and the Guttmacher Institute examined the relative roles of abstinence and contraceptive use in the "remarkable decline" in US teenage pregnancy rates,... (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
plenty steamed Jul 8, 2008
In a statement, Mayor Carolyn Kirk said, The city of Gloucester is deeply offended by certain individuals trivializing and making a mockery of teenage pregnancy, which unfortunately is a national problem that we as a society must confront. Our focus in Gloucester is on addressing this issue and beginning a constructive and useful dialogue that will benefit our community. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
issued an apology Jul 8, 2008
The floats also stirred the ire of Gloucester s mayor, who said she was deeply offended by the floats portrayal of teenage pregnancy in her city and has reignited the controversy on a national level, with TV stations picking up the Citizen video of the parade. Our focus in Gloucester is on addressing the issue and beginning a constructive and useful dialogue that will benefit our community, Mayor Carolyn Kirk said in a statement. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Health chiefs promise to save another 500 lives in Leeds Jul 7, 2008
"She also told the PCT's annual meeting they also wanted to cut the number of smokers by 55,000 and reduce teenage pregnancy rates.Chief executive Christine Outram said they were working towards what patients wanted, including better access to healthcare, less waiting, a better patient environment and care closer to home.The meeting was was held at the start of a health fair in Millennium Square. A huge range of NHS organisations had stalls at the event providing free information, advice and... (Yorkshire Evening Post)
* World News Quick Take Jul 6, 2008
The Brook chief executive, Simon Blake, said: If we get high-quality sex and relationships education in every primary and secondary school across the UK all the evidence shows teenage pregnancy rates will continue to fall and will improve young peoples sexual health. While sex and relationships education continues to be patchy, another generation of children and young people do not get the education they need to form healthy relationships and protect their sexual health. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Where to find new soldiers: Military commitment runs strong in Menominee tribe Jul 6, 2008
High school dropouts, teenage pregnancy and alcohol and drug abuse are persistent problems among tribal youth. Across the highway from a convenience store offering a wide selection of beer and hard liquor, a prominent hand-painted sign reads: If you want to prevent alcohol and drug abuse. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Experts want sex education from age four to cut teen pregnancies Jul 5, 2008
The Brook chief executive, Simon Blake, said: "If we get high-quality sex and relationships education in every primary and secondary school across the UK all the evidence shows teenage pregnancy rates will continue to fall and will improve young people's sexual health."While sex and relationships education continues to be patchy, another generation of children and young people do not get the education they need to form healthy relationships and protect their sexual health. " He wants every... (guardian.co.uk)
Riding In Cars With Boys Jul 4, 2008
Drew Barrymore and Brittany Murphy play best friends in this movie about teenage pregnancy. Drew Barrymore stars in Riding in Cars with Boys. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Now 'nanny' Balls is trying to turn our teachers into parents Jul 4, 2008
Schools will be accountable for pupils' problems such as drug taking and teenage pregnancy (picture posed by models). Schools are to be judged on how they improve children's 'wellbeing' by tackling obesity, drug abuse and teenage pregnancy ... Headteachers said yesterday that they were worried that schools could be penalised by Ofsted if, for example, they failed to cut teenage pregnancy rates or obesity levels. (Daily Mail)
Call to give four-year-olds sex education Jul 4, 2008
Blake said: "If we get high quality sex and relationships education in every primary and secondary school across the UK, all the evidence shows teenage pregnancy rates will continue to fall and will improve young people's sexual health."Whilst sex and relationships education continues to be patchy, another generation of children and young people do not get the education they need to form healthy relationships and protect their sexual health. " Brook wants every primary and secondary school to be... (Guardian Unlimited -- Society)
School's pregnancy spike stirs day care debate Jul 3, 2008
"Clearly people are saying that it's possible that the presence of the day care center may encourage teenage pregnancy," Farmer said. "Since people have raised the question, clearly it would be wise for us to address the question.". (MSNBC -- Health)
Schools cuts had little public input Jul 2, 2008
The Teenage Pregnancy Program will be closed by fall 2009. Mesa High School's driver safety program will be closed by fall 2009. (AZCentral)
Juno: A Movie Review Jun 30, 2008
Refreshing Look at Teenage Pregnancy. Juno MacGuff is old enough for sexual activity but too young for the consequences. (Suite101.com)
Study Says Foreigners In U.S. Adapt Quickly Jun 30, 2008
And although immigrants who arrived as children tend to be nearly identical to their U.S.-born counterparts, apart from their lower rates of citizenship, those who come from Mexico are less assimilated and have higher incidences of teenage pregnancy and incarceration. A major reason for these disparities in assimilation levels may be the high percentage of Mexican immigrants who are in the country illegally, Vigdor said. (Yahoo News -- Immigration)
Summer jobs, lifelong dreams Jun 29, 2008
Studies show that young people with jobs have lower high-school dropout rates, higher rates of pursuing post-secondary education, and a lower incidence of teenage pregnancy. Jobs improve lives and communities. (Boston Globe)
The Teenage Pregnancy Pact Brain Fart Jun 29, 2008
Columns, funnies in your inbox. Should oil companies be forced to pay extra taxes when they make a profit. (Townhall.com)
Pregnancy Pact Principal Stands Firm Jun 28, 2008
There s nothing beautiful or worthwhile about teenage pregnancy. How many girls are knocked up. (New York Times)
Pure Hands-on Jun 28, 2008
June 27, 2008 - When I was a kid growing up in the Midwest, adults spoke about quad bikes -- which we called four-wheelers back in the day -- with the same hushed, disapproving tones usually reserved for illegal drugs and teenage pregnancy. Every middle schooler knew someone who knew someone who had rolled one down a hill and broken a rib or three, but these mysterious accidents only served to make ATVs seem all the more mysterious and cool. (IGN PC Games)
Gloucester principal defends pregnancy comments Jun 27, 2008
The Globe reported in March that nearly a dozen working-class communities in Massachusetts are experiencing an increase n teenage pregnancy, mirroring a national trend. On June 6, the Globe followed up with a story from Gloucester, which reported concern that some pregnancies there appeared intentional. (Boston Globe)
While Most Voters Are Aware of the State's Nursing Shortage, Few Know That the State Faces a Shortage of Allied Health Professionals Jun 27, 2008
The Foundation prioritizes eight issues for funding: diversity in the health professions, environmental health, healthy aging, mental health, teenage pregnancy prevention, violence prevention, women's health, and work and health. It also responds to timely issues or special projects outside these funding priorities. (PR Newswire)
Campaigner calls for schools to be able to hand out emergency ... Jun 26, 2008
It comes as statistics show Scotland's teenage pregnancy rate is rising with ever more school age children having underage sex. More than two schoolgirls get pregnant every day in Scotland. (stv.tv)
Under 18, and pregnant by design Jun 26, 2008
For many people, the narrative of teenage pregnancy seems fairly set: A young girl has sex, misses her period, takes a surreptitious pregnancy test and receives the shocking news ... They tend to have a lower socioeconomic status, she said, and have a history of teenage pregnancy in their families ... Desired pregnancies are "the no man's land of teenage pregnancy prevention," she said, but are generally regarded as an issue of low self-esteem and a perceived lack of options. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Alleged pact puts new focus on teen pregnancy Jun 25, 2008
At a time when the nation's teenage pregnancy rate is rising for the first time since 1991, the Gloucester High controversy has rekindled a longstanding debate over how best to discourage teen pregnancies. "What's happening in Gloucester is a microcosm in some ways for what we're seeing at the national level," says Bill Albert, chief program officer for the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy in Washington. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
'Baby Borrowers': Shame on NBC adults Jun 25, 2008
On the heels of the now-disputed story about a New England teenage pregnancy pact, NBC is selling the show as if it were electronic birth control. Even if societal improvement were the goal, and it's not, Baby wouldn't do much to achieve it. (USA Today -- Life)
Mayor denies girls had pregnancy pact Jun 25, 2008
Time reported on its Web site Monday that Sullivan told the magazine on June 11 that the teenage pregnancy rate had increased nearly fourfold this school year not because the school's health clinic does not dispense birth control, but because of "seven or eight sophomore girls" who "made a pact to get pregnant and raise their babies together.". Farmer said school officials knew that some of the girls had "expressed pleasure at being pregnant." That does not mean they made a pact, he said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Brains Behind 'The Baby Borrowers' Jun 25, 2008
But according to Richard McKerrow, the former education commissioner of Britain's Channel 4 and the creator and executive producer of the series, The Baby Borrowers was designed with an educational goal in mind: to thwart teenage pregnancy ... The aim was to do something radical that addressed teenage pregnancy, which is a big problem in Britain and in the U.S. So the idea was always radical, and in that sense I guess controversial ... In this case, if teenage pregnancy is being debated that's a... (Forbes -- Business)
is staying on the story. Jun 24, 2008
Over the next two months, the School Committee will be making policy decisions to be put in place regarding teenage pregnancy. At present, the student health clinic does not have the authority to distribute contraceptives. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
No pregnancy pact, says US mayor Jun 24, 2008
The news of the Gloucester pregnancy cluster comes as statistics suggest that teenage pregnancy rates are increasing throughout the US. ... David Landry, a researcher at the Guttmacher Institute, a New York-based non-profit group focusing on reproductive issues, said the declining teenage pregnancy rate of recent years appeared to be reversing. (BBC News -- Health)
Bring issue of sexual health into the open Jun 24, 2008
Despite our country's wealth and educational resources, the United States leads all industrialized Western nations in rates of teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. This epidemic is fueled by inaccurate sexual information, lack of meaningful discussion with youth about sex, poor contraceptive services, and families, schools, and communities that are ambivalent about sex and disconnected from the real-life experiences of teens. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Budget cuts for schools proposed Jun 23, 2008
The Teenage Pregnancy Program phased out by fall 2009. Mesa High School's driver-safety program phased out by fall 2009. (AZCentral)
Shameless summer reality TV shows a hit Jun 23, 2008
This may indeed prove a deterrent to teenage pregnancy Christopher Knights continued TV presence proves stranger things have happened but I wonder at the wisdom of the parents who actually agree to give up these kids for a few days. One would assume theyre receiving a hefty monetary reward or they are virtually inviting child services to check them out once the show airs. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Pupil sex health clinics defended Jun 23, 2008
Lucy Emmerson, a senior development officer at the forum, said: "Parents with children in those schools will know that the support services will involve sexual health advice and what the range of services on offer are. If good quality sex education starts early enough, it can be part of the solution to problems of teenage pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease Brook chief executive Simon Blake "Also, health professionals always encourage the young person to talk to their parents about any... (BBC News -- Health)
Area boys and girls have a place to play Jun 22, 2008
The Boys and Girls Club of Columbus and Lowndes County offers various services dealing with teenage pregnancy, substance abuse, out-of-wedlock pregnancy, remedial work and tutoring. Additionally, several programs are offered, like Smart Moves teaching kids life skills, resiliency, leadership skills and to resist alcohol, tobacco, drugs and premature sexual activity and Smart Girls designed to encourage healthy attitudes and lifestyles enabling early adolescent girls to develop to their full... (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Teen Pregnancy Pact: Celeb Culture Cited Jun 21, 2008
She agreed that Hollywood attaching glamour to teenage pregnancy may also have had something to do with the situation. But Boesky warned, "All the research shows that (teenage pregnancy) is not good. They have a higher rate of dropping out of high school, they have a higher rate of low birth babies, they have a higher rate of premature babies. Kids of teen parents -- girls are more likely to be teen parents themselves, and boys twice as likely, if they're born to teen mothers, to end up in jail.... (CBS News)
US fears of teen 'pregnancy pact' Jun 21, 2008
David Landry, a researcher at the Guttmacher Institute, a New York-based non-profit group focusing on reproductive issues, said the declining teenage pregnancy rate of recent years appeared to be reversing. Birth rates for girls aged 15 to 17 rose by 3% in 2006, the first increase since 1991, according to preliminary data released in December by the National Center for Health Statistics. (BBC News -- Americas)
17 pregnancies at US school after girls make baby pact Jun 21, 2008
Commentators have pointed to films portraying teenage pregnancy in a humorous and empathetic light such as Juno and Knocked Up. About this article. (guardian.co.uk)
Teens' pregnancy pact alarms town Jun 21, 2008
A local television reporter conducts a noon hour stand-up report outside Gloucester High School, where school officials say a teenage pregnancy pact between female students occurred during this past school year, in Gloucester, Mass ... Christopher Farmer, superintendent for the Gloucester Public School system, talks about the teenage pregnancy pact between female students at Gloucester High School during this past school year in Gloucester, Mass. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Teen abortion rate shocks UK Jun 21, 2008
The survey is bound to put the Labour in the dock as the opposition feels it is a failure of the government's Teenage Pregnancy Strategy aimed at bringing down the number of teenage conceptions. A total of 138 million has been spent on the project so far and the health department had early this year pumped in an additional 26 million. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Teen pregnancy pact has 17 girls expecting Jun 20, 2008
Teen pregnancy pact has 17 girls expecting - Kids and parenting- msnbc. $7 online stock trades. (MSNBC -- Health)
Abortion increase in young girls Jun 20, 2008
But at the same time the teenage pregnancy rate has fallen ... Gill Frances, Teenage Pregnancy Independent Advisory Group ... Gill Frances, chair of the Teenage Pregnancy Independent Advisory Group, said: "We know what works to reduce abortion amongst teenagers. "We need high quality sex and relationships education at school and at home and effective contraception. (BBC News -- Health)
1 high school, 17 pregnancies Jun 20, 2008
The surge in teenage pregnancy has brought a heated debate over contraception and education in Gloucester, which is heavily Roman Catholic ... The school committee is now considering educational programs on teenage pregnancy and weighing whether the clinic should distribute contraceptives. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Abortions for underage girls soar by ten per cent in a year Jun 20, 2008
Health Minister Dawn Primarolo said: 'Contraception plays a vital role in preventing teenage pregnancy and earlier this year I announced a further investment of 26 ... The figures demonstrate the failure of the Government's Teenage Pregnancy Strategy, which was supposed to bring major reductions in conceptions ... Gill Francis, chairman of the Teenage Pregnancy Independent Advisory Group, said yesterday: 'We know what works. (Daily Mail)
Number Of Abortions In Britain Goes Up Jun 19, 2008
Rates of teenage pregnancy in England are currently at the lowest for 20 years. Ann Furedi, chief executive of the charity BPas (the British Pregnancy Advisory Service), said some women fall pregnant despite being careful. (Sky News)
There's life in the old gull yet Jun 15, 2008
Baby Things is intended as a commentary on Folkestone's high rates of teenage pregnancy. But there among the dandelions and the chip wrappers, it calls to you like a tiny blaze of hope. (guardian.co.uk)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Jun 15, 2008
A study claims the declining teenage pregnancy rate in the US is down to better use of contraception rather than young people abstaining from sex. The US government has promoted abstinence as its preferred way to cut the teenage pregnancy rate ... The US government has come under fire for its policy on teenage pregnancy, which includes funding education programmes which eschew promotion of contraception in favour of abstinence. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
A quirky festival of art inspired by ... Folkestone Jun 14, 2008
Tracey Emin unveiling a new series of public sculptures inspired by teenage pregnancy for the new Folkestone Triennial, which features 22 artists. Search Search. (Independent)
* Better sex education is the sensible next step Jun 14, 2008
Developed countries strive to lower the teenage pregnancy rate, which is also an important indicator of the efficiency of sex education. The pregnancy rate for 15 to 19-year-old Taiwanese girls over the past five years is 11. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Queen mothers urged to get involve in HIV/AIDS campaigns Jun 14, 2008
Ms Asante called on them to collaborate with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and other stakeholders to solve the high rate of teenage pregnancy and maternal mortality in the region. She urged the youth to abstain from pre-marital sex, and always use condom whenever they wanted to engage in sex. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Barbour taps retired military man for Dept. of Human Services top post Jun 12, 2008
In a state with one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates in the nation, DHS has operated abstinence programs aimed at young people. Taylor said abstinence has a zero percent failure rate as a form of birth control. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Sudeshna Sen: Boyz n the hood Jun 12, 2008
To put the raging national and international discussion in a nutshell, British youngsters drink too much alcohol, dont stay in college or get jobs, have a far higher rate of teenage pregnancy than most other European countries, and generally indulge in what used to be called anti-social behaviour, but is now increasingly being called plain violent and criminal activities. None of this is terribly new - its something that UK has been struggling with for quite a few years, and all part of... (India Times)
Success of abstinence in cutting teen pregnancies is a 'myth' Jun 12, 2008
Sexual abstinence as an effective tool in reducing teenage pregnancy is a complete "myth", the Government's advisory body on the issue claimed yesterday. The Independent Advisory Group on Teenage Pregnancy said that research from the United States showed that contraception was the way to bring down rates ... Researchers from Columbia University and the Guttmacher Institute examined the relative roles of abstinence and contraceptive use in the "remarkable decline" in US teenage pregnancy rates,... (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
First lady says she admires Hillary's 'grit and strength'... Jun 10, 2008
The man is not causing teenage pregnancy or gang violence. "The man" is not causing the low rate of black men who finish with a college degree. (The Drudge Report)
Lowell middle schools stick with teaching abstinence Jun 9, 2008
Lowell had the ninth-highest rate of teen pregnancy and births in the state in 2006, according to the latest data from the Massachusetts Alliance on Teen Pregnancy, an advocacy organization working to prevent teenage pregnancy and help pregnant and parenting teens and their children. Proponents say abstinence-only sex education helps students make sound choices about their lives, and refrain from sex before marriage. (Boston Globe)
