Organized crime forcibly recruits teenagers in Jalisco with false job offers... Drug cartels have drastically lowered the age range of their victims, forcibly recruiting adolescents between 13 and 16 years old.
The US has already tried to implement permanent daylight saving time: Try again! Will it work now?... The American Medical Association and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine support a fixed schedule, highlighting the importance of biological rhythms
What is the sleep process like, depending on age?... Research highlights that the REM phase of sleep, crucial for learning and emotional management, is reduced in adolescents
They investigate alleged beer consumption by minors at school graduation in Oaxaca... Oaxaca authorities investigate the alleged consumption of alcohol by minors at a graduation party in Santiago Quiavicuzas
The Sinaloa Cartel is recruiting young people in rehabilitation centers... Criminal groups take advantage of the vulnerability of young people with addiction problems to incorporate them into their ranks
Jalisco Prosecutor's Office investigates possible drug trafficking recruitment after the disappearance of six teenagers... Three teenagers disappeared while going to their graduation and another three after attending the ceremony; family members received messages
Trump accounts launch $1,000 on July 4: what you should know... This July 4, $1,000 Trump accounts for children are officially launched: how to open them, who can contribute money and everything about this program
Post-traumatic stress disorder: a phenomenon that develops after experiencing an earthquake... In addition to the phantom earthquake, in disaster situations, it is also very common to experience acute stress reactions
An Alabama youth baseball coach was murdered by a friend in front of his wife and four children... Jorge Fonseca, a children's baseball coach, died after being shot during an argument with an acquaintance outside a barbershop
Teenager remains without brain activity after alleged viral challenge with medication in Oklahoma... The young woman's family said that she had participated in an alleged challenge spread on social networks related to the excessive consumption of an antihistamine.
Early use of social media can lead to substance experimentation, experts warn... Study indicates that social networks are saturated with substance-related advertisements, increasing the risk of experimentation among adolescents
An American is arrested in Colombia for alleged abuse of a minor; Petro denies rape... The case remains under investigation by the authorities, who are seeking to determine what happened inside the apartment where it was captured.
Florida takes TikTok to court over alleged practices that expose minors to “addictive” content... State Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the filing of a formal lawsuit against the popular video platform TikTok
Parents without words! How do you tell your kids not to vape if the FDA authorizes e-cigarettes?... The doubt remains when this policy change at the FDA comes after months of petitions from the vaping industry to President Donald Trump
Judge denies Google and Meta new trial in case of addiction to their social networks... Judge Carolyn Kuhl ratified the validity of the verdict handed down by a popular jury, which sentenced both corporations to pay millionaire compensation
Adults should not consume more than one alcoholic drink a day, new dietary guidelines recommend... The American Cancer Society suggests that it is ideal to avoid alcohol completely, especially for those who are at high risk for cancer.
Inhaled insulin: breakthrough in the treatment of type 1 diabetes for children... This new FDA-approved treatment has been shown to be as effective as injected insulin, according to a clinical trial
ICE: The Mental Health Emergency We Can No Longer Ignore... Across the nation, children’s mental health is deteriorating. Economic instability, bullying, and hateful rhetoric from political leaders worsen the stress
Historic decline in smoking rate in the US: what's beyond quitting smoking?... Despite the drop in smoking, prevention campaigns have faced significant cuts, which could affect the progress made
What is the best type of sunscreen?... Sun protection is a question that we all ask ourselves before summer, but it should be answered all year round.
Lack of sleep has a big impact on teenagers, and screens are one of the causes... Lack of sleep, especially in adolescents, can negatively impact their cognitive development, emotional regulation, and mental health.
Supreme Court rejects Meta's appeal and allows a lawsuit in Vermont for addiction to his social networks... Meta spokespersons have come to the defense, arguing that the company has already implemented support and security tools to protect adolescents.
Acne is not just a problem for teenagers... Mature acne has some differences from conventional acne. For example, it does not show the typical papulopustules or comedones of adolescent age.
Pope Leo XIV asks to fight against the dominance of Artificial Intelligence... The Supreme Pontiff also criticized the "new forms of slavery" to extract the resources necessary for artificial intelligence
The number of summer jobs this year will be the lowest since 1948... Summer hiring for teenagers in the US will reach its lowest level since 1948 due to economic and social changes
Shakira invited a group of Ugandan children to dance with her at the World Cup final... The singer extended an invitation to the little ones from the Ghetto Kids Foundation after being fascinated by a video where they dance to her new song, “Dai Dai.”
More than 145,000 children have been separated from their parents in ICE immigration raids, report reveals... The drama is even more heartbreaking for some 22,000 of these minors, who have seen how ICE took both parents away, leaving them completely helpless.
For Ripley, the World will advance the closing of the school cycle in Mexico... The authorities of the government of Mexico and the Secretary of Public Education pose the option of bringing forward the end of classes due to the World Cup and the
Meta faces trial in New Mexico that could force to make changes to its platforms... The lawsuit led by Prosecutor Raúl Torrez accuses the company of designing addictive algorithms that expose minors to sexual exploitation and harassment
Bill: social networks without access for minors 16 years old in California... AB 1709 seeks to protect the mental health of adolescents by restricting their access; the initiative receives support in the California Legislature
Young students from Los Angeles want and seek a better world... Hundreds of students from 13 schools attend the second annual 'Youth Summit' to cultivate leadership and service skills in Skid Row
Lyme disease vaccine shows efficacy greater than 70%... When vaccinated, the body generates antibodies that ticks ingest when feeding, preventing the bacteria from entering the bloodstream
Medi-Cal in California: covered services and exclusions... Learn what Medi-Cal covers in California, what services are not included, and how to avoid unexpected expenses when using this health insurance
US Implements measures to address substance addiction... Trump presented the Great American Recovery Initiative as an effort to address the national public health emergency
He met two minors on Roblox and traveled 23 hours to Florida to kidnap them; he has already been arrested... Two sisters from Florida were rescued after being kidnapped by a man they met on Roblox; the suspect was arrested in Georgia
Deaths from heart attacks and strokes are down, but the risk of another silent disease is up... It is estimated that nearly 90% of adults in the US have at least one component of CKM syndrome, raising concerns about future health crises
More than 2,000 cases of measles were reported in the US in 2025... Active outbreaks, especially in South Carolina and the Arizona-Utah border, are contributing to the growth in weekly cases
New revelations about the stimulant effects of ADHD medications... There are notable differences in the response to stimulants between adolescents and adults, due to the incomplete maturation of the adolescent brain
Flu vaccine: where to get it for free in the U.S. and why it's key this year... The flu vaccine is free for millions of people in the U.S. With new strains circulating, immunization is key. Where to get it for free.
European countries are urged to update their strategies on sexually transmitted infections: they are obsolete... Between 2014 and 2023 there has been a 300% increase in gonorrhea, a 90% increase in syphilis and a 180% increase in chlamydia in the old continent
Academy of Pediatrics sues the US Government for millionaire cuts to child health programs... The organization went to court to stop the cancellation of nearly $12 million in federal funds earmarked for pediatric programs
The danger of energy drinks: a healthy man consumed them in excess and suffered a stroke... The increasing potency of these energy drinks demands greater scrutiny and awareness among doctors and consumers about their potential dangers
At what age should the first smartphone arrive? A study reveals worrying signs... A study with data from more than 10,000 teenagers indicates that the age at which a first mobile phone arrives makes significant differences in health
Diabetes: When the diagnosis transforms the family table... One day you seem perfectly healthy, and a diabetes diagnosis changes your life, leading you to embrace a healthy, but restrictive, diet
Monthly asthma injections: an alternative treatment to daily steroids... People with severe asthma could stop taking daily steroid tablets, which would mean relief and an improvement in their quality of life
Petro defended a military operation against a guerrilla group where 7 minors died... President Gustavo Petro stated that had the military attack not taken place, guerrilla members would have ambushed 20 soldiers
Study reveals that coffee could protect against cardiac arrhythmias... Experts agree that a cup of coffee a day is “perfectly safe” for patients with atrial fibrillation
The risks of drinking black cola for your health... A glass of cola contains an alarming amount of harmful ingredients, including sugar, caffeine, high fructose corn syrup, and phosphoric acid
Impact of physical inactivity on health: a projection doesn't bode well for what we will be in 2050... 31% of adults and 80% of adolescents do not reach the recommended levels of physical activity
Time change: opportunity to readjust adolescent sleep hours... Lack of sleep among young people has negative effects on their mood and behavior
Children immersed in social networks obtain worse results on reading and memory tests... Research suggests problems could worsen as social media use tends to increase in adolescence
Bolivia approves a historical law that prohibits marriage with minors under 18 years old without exceptions... The Chamber of Deputies approved this Wednesday a law that modifies the Family Code that allowed marriage at 16 years old with parental permission.
My mom is dead and my dad mistreated me: the case of the girl that the Trump government is trying to deport to Guatemala... Hundreds of Guatemalan minors who entered the U.S. alone could be deported. A judge temporarily blocked the measure.
Social stigma: Graduated early to have gender reassignment surgery, and the hospital stopped it... A federal executive order has led to confusion and distress among patients and their families
Gamification in health: games and rewards that encourage healthy habits... Through gamified applications, patients can be rewarded for completing tasks such as taking medication or exercising
FDA analyzes two oral antibiotics to treat cases of resistant gonorrhea ... The drugs under review are zoliflodacin, which achieved a 90% cure rate in phase III, and gepotidacin, used to treat urinary tract infections.
They ask five years of prison for Wander Franco for sexual abuse of children in the Dominican Republic... The victim’s mother is also being prosecuted for exploitation and money laundering
Intermittent fasting: Who does it help the most? ... Several studies point to intermittent fasting as a advisable alternative for losing weight or reducing the risk of suffering from type II diabetes
Ayushmann Khurrana has been made National Ambassador by UNICEF India, the actor said this while expressing happiness... Ayushmann Khurrana has been appointed as the National Ambassador by UNICEF India.
Dengue became frightening in Bihar, Patna broke record, 482 new patients found in 24 hours... 482 new patients were identified in the district in 24 hours. Out of these, a total of 244 patients including 104 in PMCH, IGIMS 52 and NMCH 88 have been
