Author Deb Nicholson

Juvenile gangs out number law enforcement A recent study estimates there were 1,059,000 youth gang members in the United States in 2010.,which is three times more  the number estimated by law enforcement

Coastal living provides opportunitiesfor health and well-being  People living close to the coast in England have higher vitamin D levels than inland dwellers, according to a new study published in the journal Environment International.

  Plant-baseddiet positively influences CVD risk in children According to Cleveland Clinic research obese children who start a no–added-fat plant-based diet have potentially beneficial changes in risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Consumptionof dark colored grapes reduces body fat   A new study coauthored by OSU's Dr. Neil Shay suggests that consumption of dark-colored grapes, drinking grape juice or red wine in moderation may help help people  manage obesity and related metabolic disorders such as fatty liver.

Friends can predict how long you will live

Only half of adolescent girls receive HPV vaccine at recommended age  Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston indicate that only about half of the girls receive the HPV vaccine when they are 11-12/. Additional efforts are needed to increase HPV vaccine uptake among adolescent girls as only half of them receive this vaccine at ACIP recommended age.

Menopausal symptoms linked to bone health - Detroit Women's Health | Examiner.com  A new large study from the University at Buffalo finds women experience moderate to severe hot flashes and night sweats during menopause have lower bone mineral density and increased hip fracture rates.