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From 2023 to 2024, current use of any tobacco product declined among high school students from 12.6% to 10.1%, largely driven by the decline in high school e-cigarette use (from 10.0% to 7.8%).
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From 2023 to 2024, current use of any tobacco product declined among high school students from 12.6% to 10.1%, largely driven by the decline in high school e-cigarette use (from 10.0% to 7.8%).
www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes...
Tobacco Product Use Among Middle and High School ...
This report describes use of any tobacco product among middle and high school students from 2023 to 2024.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Did you know?
From 2023 to 2024, current use of any tobacco product declined among high school students from 12.6% to 10.1%, largely driven by the decline in high school e-cigarette use (from 10.0% to 7.8%).
www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes...
From 2023 to 2024, current use of any tobacco product declined among high school students from 12.6% to 10.1%, largely driven by the decline in high school e-cigarette use (from 10.0% to 7.8%).
www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes...
Mental Health in the Scroll Age: What is digital life doing to young minds? Nearly 1 in 5 youth ages 12–17 have experienced a major depressive episode in the past year; 20% report anxiety symptoms in the past two weeks.
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Mental Health in the Scroll Age | Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Magazine
What is digital life doing to young minds?
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December 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Mental Health in the Scroll Age: What is digital life doing to young minds? Nearly 1 in 5 youth ages 12–17 have experienced a major depressive episode in the past year; 20% report anxiety symptoms in the past two weeks.
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The Geography of Chronic Absenteeism
Students experience chronic absenteeism from coast to coast. 20 states reported that more than 30% of their students missed at least three weeks of school in 2022-23
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Students experience chronic absenteeism from coast to coast. 20 states reported that more than 30% of their students missed at least three weeks of school in 2022-23
www.ed.gov/teaching-and...
Chronic Absenteeism
Learn more about how the Department of Education is supporting schools and communities to increase student attendance and combat chronic absenteeism in our nation's schools.
www.ed.gov
December 29, 2025 at 8:02 PM
The Geography of Chronic Absenteeism
Students experience chronic absenteeism from coast to coast. 20 states reported that more than 30% of their students missed at least three weeks of school in 2022-23
www.ed.gov/teaching-and...
Students experience chronic absenteeism from coast to coast. 20 states reported that more than 30% of their students missed at least three weeks of school in 2022-23
www.ed.gov/teaching-and...
Cannabis and Breastfeeding: What’s the Harm?
Increasing legalization and scant research on today’s cannabis products complicate guidance for nursing mothers.
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Increasing legalization and scant research on today’s cannabis products complicate guidance for nursing mothers.
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Cannabis and Breastfeeding: What’s the Harm? | Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Magazine
Increasing legalization and scant research on today’s cannabis products complicate guidance for nursing mothers.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu
December 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Cannabis and Breastfeeding: What’s the Harm?
Increasing legalization and scant research on today’s cannabis products complicate guidance for nursing mothers.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/cannabi...
Increasing legalization and scant research on today’s cannabis products complicate guidance for nursing mothers.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/cannabi...
Chronic Absenteeism: An Overlooked Vital Sign
Chronic school absenteeism is a national crisis—for education and for public health.
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Chronic school absenteeism is a national crisis—for education and for public health.
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Chronic Absenteeism: An Overlooked Vital Sign | Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Magazine
Chronic school absenteeism is a national crisis—for education and for public health.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu
December 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Chronic Absenteeism: An Overlooked Vital Sign
Chronic school absenteeism is a national crisis—for education and for public health.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/chronic...
Chronic school absenteeism is a national crisis—for education and for public health.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/chronic...
Food insecurity occurs when a household cannot access enough food due to a lack of money and other essential resources. In 2023, over 14% of people in the U.S. were food insecure.
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Hunger & Poverty in the United States | Map the Meal Gap
The food insecurity rate in the United States was 10.4% in 2021. Explore a map of hunger statistics in the United States at the state and local level.
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December 23, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Food insecurity occurs when a household cannot access enough food due to a lack of money and other essential resources. In 2023, over 14% of people in the U.S. were food insecure.
map.feedingamerica.org/county/2023/...
map.feedingamerica.org/county/2023/...
A new study published in Pediatrics finds that reversal in pediatric guidance about giving peanuts to babies has helped to push peanuts out of the No. 1 spot as the cause of food allergy for children under 3 in the U.S.
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Guidelines for Early Food Introduction and Patterns of Food Allergy
10.1542/6374765900112Video AbstractPEDS-VA_2024-0705166374765900112OBJECTIVE. We aimed to determine whether rates of peanut (or any) immunoglobulin E–mediated food allergy (IgE-FA) changed following…
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December 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A new study published in Pediatrics finds that reversal in pediatric guidance about giving peanuts to babies has helped to push peanuts out of the No. 1 spot as the cause of food allergy for children under 3 in the U.S.
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IN THE NEWS
Hepatitis B: What parents should know about the virus and the vaccine
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Hepatitis B: What parents should know about the virus and the vaccine
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Hepatitis B: What parents should know about the virus and the vaccine
For decades, newborns in the U.S. have been given the hepatitis B vaccine. This could change. A CDC vaccine advisory panel may vote to end that routine vaccination. Here's what parents should know.
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December 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
IN THE NEWS
Hepatitis B: What parents should know about the virus and the vaccine
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Hepatitis B: What parents should know about the virus and the vaccine
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The Census Bureau is seeking comments on proposed revisions to the National Survey of Children’s Health which provide key data on the physical, emotional, and social health of children in the US.
Your input can help improve data quality.
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
Due 2/3/2026
Your input can help improve data quality.
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
Due 2/3/2026
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December 18, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Census Bureau is seeking comments on proposed revisions to the National Survey of Children’s Health which provide key data on the physical, emotional, and social health of children in the US.
Your input can help improve data quality.
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
Due 2/3/2026
Your input can help improve data quality.
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
Due 2/3/2026
Governor Newsom announces top former CDC officials to lead the Public Health Network Innovation Exchange, a new California-led initiative to modernize public health infrastructure and maintain trust in science-driven decision-making.
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Governor Newsom announces top former CDC officials to lead public health innovation, collaboration | Governor of California
Official website of the State of California
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December 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Governor Newsom announces top former CDC officials to lead the Public Health Network Innovation Exchange, a new California-led initiative to modernize public health infrastructure and maintain trust in science-driven decision-making.
www.gov.ca.gov/2025/12/15/g...
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Gains and Losses in Children’s Health
Data snapshots show hopeful—and worrying—trends in U.S. kids’ health.
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Data snapshots show hopeful—and worrying—trends in U.S. kids’ health.
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Gains and Losses in Children’s Health | Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Magazine
Data snapshots show hopeful—and worrying—trends in U.S. kids’ health.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu
December 16, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Gains and Losses in Children’s Health
Data snapshots show hopeful—and worrying—trends in U.S. kids’ health.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/gains-a...
Data snapshots show hopeful—and worrying—trends in U.S. kids’ health.
magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/gains-a...
State Snapshots of Infant and Toddler Early Care and Education
Nationwide, the current supply of infant and toddler early care and education (ECE) does not meet demand, and the costs of care are unaffordable for many families. Read more at
www.urban.org/data-tools/s...
Nationwide, the current supply of infant and toddler early care and education (ECE) does not meet demand, and the costs of care are unaffordable for many families. Read more at
www.urban.org/data-tools/s...
State Snapshots of Infant and Toddler Early Care and Education
State-by-state breakdowns of the supply, demand, affordability, and licensing requirements for early child care and education.
www.urban.org
December 15, 2025 at 7:03 PM
State Snapshots of Infant and Toddler Early Care and Education
Nationwide, the current supply of infant and toddler early care and education (ECE) does not meet demand, and the costs of care are unaffordable for many families. Read more at
www.urban.org/data-tools/s...
Nationwide, the current supply of infant and toddler early care and education (ECE) does not meet demand, and the costs of care are unaffordable for many families. Read more at
www.urban.org/data-tools/s...
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8 Ways to Keep American Kids Healthy
These proven strategies help kids thrive and lay the foundation for healthy adulthoods.
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These proven strategies help kids thrive and lay the foundation for healthy adulthoods.
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8 Ways to Keep American Kids Healthy | Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Magazine
These proven strategies help kids thrive and lay the foundation for healthy adulthoods.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:29 PM
8 Ways to Keep American Kids Healthy
These proven strategies help kids thrive and lay the foundation for healthy adulthoods.
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These proven strategies help kids thrive and lay the foundation for healthy adulthoods.
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Ongoing Threats to Public Health Programs for Children and Families
Despite the government shutdown ending, important public health programs continue to be at risk.
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Despite the government shutdown ending, important public health programs continue to be at risk.
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Threats to Maternal and Infant Health Won’t End After Shutdown Resolved
The current federal government shutdown is driven by failure of the Congress to finalize this year’s federal budget appropriations or adopt a Continuing Resolution (CR). The shutdown is already imp…
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December 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Ongoing Threats to Public Health Programs for Children and Families
Despite the government shutdown ending, important public health programs continue to be at risk.
ccf.georgetown.edu/2025/11/04/t...
Despite the government shutdown ending, important public health programs continue to be at risk.
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A new resource from the California Essentials for Childhood Initiative looks at how PCEs shape behavioral health outcomes in adulthood and describes strategies to promote positive experiences, environments, and relationships during the early years.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:56 PM
A new resource from the California Essentials for Childhood Initiative looks at how PCEs shape behavioral health outcomes in adulthood and describes strategies to promote positive experiences, environments, and relationships during the early years.
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The Family CNA Model: How Medicaid Can Help Improve Outcomes for Children with Medical Complexity
A recent webinar hosted by Manatt Health featured the Family Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Model discussed the benefits of the CNA Model.
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A recent webinar hosted by Manatt Health featured the Family Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Model discussed the benefits of the CNA Model.
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The Family CNA Model: How Medicaid Can Help Improve Outcomes for Children with Medical Complexity
The Family CNA Model: How Medicaid Can Help Improve Outcomes for Children with Medical Complexity
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December 8, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The Family CNA Model: How Medicaid Can Help Improve Outcomes for Children with Medical Complexity
A recent webinar hosted by Manatt Health featured the Family Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Model discussed the benefits of the CNA Model.
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A recent webinar hosted by Manatt Health featured the Family Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Model discussed the benefits of the CNA Model.
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Food assistance programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, or CalFresh in California) provide a safety net to help low-income children and their families access adequate nutrition.
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What Investment Offers a 60-Fold Return? Food Stamps
For the youngest Americans, $1 of SNAP payments generates $62+ in economic and health benefits.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Food assistance programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, or CalFresh in California) provide a safety net to help low-income children and their families access adequate nutrition.
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U.S. Government Cancels Survey Showing Rising Food Insecurity - In response to the USDA’s recent decision to stop collecting data on household food insecurity, KidsData is exploring alternative sources for measuring childhood food insecurity in CA. What are your favorite sources for this data?
December 4, 2025 at 6:49 PM
U.S. Government Cancels Survey Showing Rising Food Insecurity - In response to the USDA’s recent decision to stop collecting data on household food insecurity, KidsData is exploring alternative sources for measuring childhood food insecurity in CA. What are your favorite sources for this data?
Latinos in the San Joaquin Valley Face Higher Obesity Rates Than Non-Latinos. That Carries Broad Health Implications.
A Merced FOCUS story about obesity rates in San Joaquin Valley counties cites KidsData’s indicators of students who are overweight or obese.
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A Merced FOCUS story about obesity rates in San Joaquin Valley counties cites KidsData’s indicators of students who are overweight or obese.
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Latinos in the San Joaquin Valley face higher obesity rates than non-Latinos. That carries broad health implications
The San Joaquin Valley’s Latino population experiences obesity rates that significantly exceed non-Latinos among both adults and children.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Latinos in the San Joaquin Valley Face Higher Obesity Rates Than Non-Latinos. That Carries Broad Health Implications.
A Merced FOCUS story about obesity rates in San Joaquin Valley counties cites KidsData’s indicators of students who are overweight or obese.
themercedfocus.org/latinos-in-t...
A Merced FOCUS story about obesity rates in San Joaquin Valley counties cites KidsData’s indicators of students who are overweight or obese.
themercedfocus.org/latinos-in-t...
The “model minority” label suggests that Asian American students are universally high-achieving academically and financially, but research shows it creates intense pressure, psychological stress, and a narrow, dehumanizing definition of success.
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Education and the Asian American Model Minority Myth
The model minority myth can have damaging effects on Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander kids. See how data counters this stereotype.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The “model minority” label suggests that Asian American students are universally high-achieving academically and financially, but research shows it creates intense pressure, psychological stress, and a narrow, dehumanizing definition of success.
www.aecf.org/blog/educati...
www.aecf.org/blog/educati...
🦃 This Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on the power of early support and nourishment. A recent study found that children who experienced food insecurity—and did not participate in SNAP—were more likely to have poorer cardiovascular health in young adulthood.
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Early Childhood Food Insecurity and Cardiovascular Health in Young Adulthood
This cohort study evaluates the association of food insecurity in early childhood with cardiovascular health in young adulthood and whether associations are modified by participation during childhood…
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November 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
🦃 This Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on the power of early support and nourishment. A recent study found that children who experienced food insecurity—and did not participate in SNAP—were more likely to have poorer cardiovascular health in young adulthood.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Did you know?
In 2023, more than 85,000 children were waiting in foster care for adoption in the United States, down from over 109,000 in 2022.
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In 2023, more than 85,000 children were waiting in foster care for adoption in the United States, down from over 109,000 in 2022.
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Adoptions From Foster Care
In 2021, over 113,754 kids were in foster care and awaiting adoption. Get the data details on these children.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Did you know?
In 2023, more than 85,000 children were waiting in foster care for adoption in the United States, down from over 109,000 in 2022.
for more...
www.aecf.org/blog/adoptio...
In 2023, more than 85,000 children were waiting in foster care for adoption in the United States, down from over 109,000 in 2022.
for more...
www.aecf.org/blog/adoptio...
Fewer Children Are Able To Thrive: California Americorps Programs Adapt To Funding Uncertainty
AmeriCorps supports volunteer and service efforts by addressing issues such as academic support, youth mentoring, homelessness, food insecurity, health and other areas.
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AmeriCorps supports volunteer and service efforts by addressing issues such as academic support, youth mentoring, homelessness, food insecurity, health and other areas.
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Edsource: Fewer Children Are Able To Thrive: California Americorps Programs Adapt To Funding Uncertainty
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November 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Fewer Children Are Able To Thrive: California Americorps Programs Adapt To Funding Uncertainty
AmeriCorps supports volunteer and service efforts by addressing issues such as academic support, youth mentoring, homelessness, food insecurity, health and other areas.
www.sfgate.com/news/bayarea...
AmeriCorps supports volunteer and service efforts by addressing issues such as academic support, youth mentoring, homelessness, food insecurity, health and other areas.
www.sfgate.com/news/bayarea...
SNAP benefit disruptions and cuts are exacerbating food insecurity, posing long-term risks to children’s health.
A 2021 analysis of U.S. children showed that when kids experienced food insecurity, they ran a 50% greater risk of anxiety or depression.
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A 2021 analysis of U.S. children showed that when kids experienced food insecurity, they ran a 50% greater risk of anxiety or depression.
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How SNAP benefit disruptions harm child development
SNAP benefit disruptions heighten food insecurity, resulting in long-term health risks for children.
planetdetroit.org
November 24, 2025 at 4:45 PM
SNAP benefit disruptions and cuts are exacerbating food insecurity, posing long-term risks to children’s health.
A 2021 analysis of U.S. children showed that when kids experienced food insecurity, they ran a 50% greater risk of anxiety or depression.
planetdetroit.org/2025/11/snap...
A 2021 analysis of U.S. children showed that when kids experienced food insecurity, they ran a 50% greater risk of anxiety or depression.
planetdetroit.org/2025/11/snap...