CDC survey finds mental health and suicide risk among U.S. teens has improved

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The CDC's latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey highlights students' diets, sleep and nutrition, which are priorities for Health Secretary Robert F.

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  • Reported by NPR Health and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:41:45 UTC.

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