ROAD INJURIES, DEPRESSION TOP ADOLESCENT HEALTH CHALLENGES - UN AGENCY

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Web version   New York May 14 2014 3:00PM   UN News Centre with breaking news from the UN News Service  Photo: WHO ROAD INJURIES, DEPRESSION TOP ADOLESCENT HEALTH CHALLENGES - UN AGENCY Road traffic injuries, HIV/AIDS and suicide are the top killers of adolescents globally, while depression is the predominant cause of illness and disability, the United Nations reported today, urging a stronger focus on the health of boys and girls in their pre- and teen years. Read more RELATED UNAIDS teams up with Brazilian footballer David Luiz ahead of World Cup As the FIFA World Cup in Brazil draws closer, the United Nations agency leading the response to the AIDS epidemic today named the country’s football star David Luiz as a Goodwill Ambassador to raise awareness about HIV and drive young people to help end discrimination and commit to prevention. Read more TOPICS Peace and Security -  Economic Development -  Humanitarian Aid -  Environment -  Human Rights -  UN Affais, Secretary-General -  Women, Children, Population -  Law, Crime Prevention -  Health, Poverty -  Culture, Education United Nations News Center mailing system If you have problems reading this, please consult the web version Click here to unsubscribe from the UN mailing list. UN News Service Contact Radio News and Media