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Community initiative increases teenage use of effective contraception

A new study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology shows that a University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) community outreach initiative has helped adolescents in Rochester adopt long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) at a rate far higher than the U.S. overall. The study, “Impact of the Rochester LARC Initiative on Adolescents’ Utilization of… Read More »

When teenage acne stops

Treatments can take up to 3 months to work, so do not expect results overnight. Acne is very common in teenagers and younger adults. The hormones also thicken the inner lining of the hair follicle, causing blockage of the pores. Wash the affected area with a mild soap or cleanser and lukewarm water. Do not wash… Read More »