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There were 43,158 new cases of HIV reported in 2001 in the U.S. The number of cases is rising. In 2000, there were 40,000 new cases. Exactly 50% (half) of all these new cases of HIV in 2000 were among 15-24 year-olds. New strains of HIV are appearing, and the medications presently being used are not as effective over time.

Teen Birth Rate In Louisiana Reflective Of Global Trend

Between 1991-2001, the Teen Birth Rate in LA dropped by 24%, a new study shows that this reflects a worldwide trend.

Within the nation, between 1991-2001 26.2% fewer teens gave birth. In LA, in 1991 there were 76 births to teens, but that number dropped to 58 by 2001. The report by the National Center for Health Statistics said that abstinence programs were a primary factor for this decline. [Abstinence Network, 31Dec02; AP, 2002]

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