Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Initiative

November 2010 Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative Newsletter

Teenage mothers are:

• More likely to have subsequent births within shorter periods, resulting in larger families
• Less likely to graduate from high school or to pursue postsecondary education
• More likely to live in poverty and require welfare assistance than their non-pregnant peers

The Adolescent Sexual Health Programs are working to reduce teenage pregnancies.  Please browse our website to learn more about what we're doing in Virginia.

To Parents, Grandparents, Mentors and Guardians:

Your children need you to guide them in making smart choices about their health and future.

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