Sexually transmitted infection and teenage sexuality

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The promotion of condoms and oral contraceptives to teenagers has not reduced the incidence of sexually transmitted diseases or the rate of teenage pregnancy. Encouraging teenagers to delay sexual activity may be the best way to reduce these statistics.

author: McIlhaney, Joe S., Jr.
Sexual behavior, Health aspects, Sexually transmitted diseases, Teenagers, Sexually transmitted disease prevention, Sexual abstinence, Teenage sexual behavior

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Keynote address: taming the tempest of teen pregnancy

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The founder of the "I Have a Future" program at Meharry Medical College discusses ways to prevent teen pregnancy. It is located in community-based centers that are open to all teenagers.

author: Foster, Henry W., Jr.

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Teen pregnancy -- problems and approaches: panel presentations

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Several health professionals discuss ways to prevent teenage pregnancy. Gynecologists can work together with pediatricians to teach teens about the hazards of teenage pregnancy.

author: Foster, Henry W., Jr., Bond, Terrell, Ivery, Donna G., Treasure, O. Anne, Smith, Dominique, Sarma, Ramaseshu P., Engram, Annette Church, Cathcart, Sarita

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subjects list: Prevention, Teenage pregnancy
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