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The Government of British Columbia is investing in a program that aims to provide young people with the tools they need to manage stress, build resilience, and prevent early substance use and mental health challenges. The PreVenture program, an evidence-based initiative, has expanded to more than 80 schools in over
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Danzhou City, with a rich cultural heritage and stunning natural landscapes, is taking proactive measures to tackle the growing concern of drug abuse among its young residents. The Danzhou City People's Government has been actively working to inform and educate young people about the risks associated with drug
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The Publicity Department of Ganzhou, Gansu Province of China, has recently launched the "First Lesson of Drug Prevention Education" activity in Liangjiadun Town, Ganzhou District. The initiative aims to educate students on the dangers of drug use, enhance their safety awareness, and improve their self-protection ability. The program
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Canadian pediatric specialists have reported seeing a growing number of adolescents needing medical attention due to the use of performance-enhancing products, including both legal and illegal substances. According to a recent survey of over 800 specialists, 17% saw adolescents requiring medical attention for such products during the previous year. The
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Vaping among teens and young people is consistently associated with subsequent smoking, marijuana, and alcohol use, according to a review of systematic reviews published in the journal Tobacco Control. The findings also reveal links to other detrimental health consequences, including asthma, injuries, mental ill health, and poor mouth health. The
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Saudi Arabian adolescents are particularly vulnerable to tobacco use, with an overall prevalence of 8.8% reported in the Global Youth Tobacco Survey (GYTS) conducted in 2022. The study found that 7.5% of female participants and 10% of male participants use tobacco products. Factors such as age and lower
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Sipoo Municipality in Finland has recently announced the extension of the registration period for a Planet Youth workshop, focusing on the importance of recreational activities in promoting the well-being of young people and preventing substance use. The free webinar, led by international experts from the Icelandic Planet Youth organization, aims
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Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr Jenfan Muswere has launched a sports tournament aimed at mobilizing the youth against drug and substance abuse through sport. The initiative, which has an initial budget of US$20 000, is designed to harness talent, create opportunities, and protect communities from the dangers
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Investigators have published a new report assessing differences in tobacco product use and flavored tobacco use among youth and young adults residing in areas with and without flavored tobacco restriction policies. Research concluded that strong flavored tobacco sales restrictions could help accelerate declines in youth and young adult tobacco use.
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Research conducted by the University of Kentucky College of Nursing has found that flavored tobacco products are associated with an increased risk of tobacco use among youth and young adults, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities and those of lower socioeconomic status. The study, which examined a longitudinal cohort of
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The Government of Canada, through the Public Health Agency of Canada, has announced over $2.9 million in funding for community-based projects in Ontario and Alberta, aimed at preventing substance use among youth. The programs will implement the Icelandic Prevention Model (IPM), a collaborative approach that focuses on building strong
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The Gautam Budh Nagar administration has launched a series of directives to curb substance abuse and protect young people in Noida. Tackling narcotics is not just a law-and-order issue but also a social responsibility, said district magistrate (DM) Medha Roopam. The administration aims to identify and counsel individuals involved in
