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CONNECT WITH KIDS FEED (CWKN #395, July 23, 2008)

• Teen Dating Violence
  A study by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia finds startling news: nearly half of all teens have been in a violent dating relationship. The violence can be sexual, emotion or physical. How can you help your teen stay out of harm’s way?
  Runs: 1:27
• Pot in the Summer
  According to data from the World Health Organization, the abuse of marijuana is higher in the United States than in any other county. And in the summer months when kids have a lot of free time, more will try pot for the first time. And some will get hooked.
  Runs: 1:28
• More Teens Getting Plastic Surgery
  More teenagers are choosing to change their appearance, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. In fact, in the past decade, the number of teens choosing surgery for a smaller nose, larger breasts and a skinnier waist has more than tripled. What should you do if your teen wants to go under the knife?
  Runs: 1:36
• Kids and High Cholesterol
  A controversial recommendation from the American Academy of Pediatrics has doctors and parents taking sides. Should young children be prescribed cholesterol medication once reserved for adults?
  Runs: 1:32
• Newborn Hearing Screens
  A U.S. medical task force says too many babies born in this country have hearing problems that aren’t discovered until years later- when it’s too late. In fact, the task force is now recommending that all babies be screened before they leave the hospital.
  Runs: 1:39

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Deborah Catrini at 404-601-5918, or email at dcatrini@cwknetwork.com.