teenagers

  • Skin cancer impacts Ventura County

    Skin cancer impacts Ventura County

    Introduction As the bell signifies the end of the school day, many students rush home to tan in the highest level of ultraviolet [UV] radiation possible, in hopes of achieving a sun-kissed look. While trending tan lines are a result, skin cancer also has the potential to develop, leading to serious long-term effects.  The…

  • E-bike and e-motorcycle activities threaten T.O.

    E-bike and e-motorcycle activities threaten T.O.

    Due to improper e-bike use, Newbury Park’s Dos Vientos Community Park and Borchard Community Park have racked up around $50,000 in damages and are in need of repairs, according to the Thousand Oaks Acorn. The Thousand Oaks Police Department [TOPD] is taking action by issuing citations and towing illegal e-motorcycles on the road. Joseph…

  • Personal fable protects teens too much

    Personal fable protects teens too much

    The adolescent years are typically ones adorned with carefree memories and a perfect mix of independence and support. I personally will always look back on these years with nostalgia and love. In these pockets of security, it is also a good time to make mistakes. Growing up is about learning and exploring the world,…

  • Energy drinks cause more harm than good

    Energy drinks cause more harm than good

    At school, I can see my peers drinking energy drinks in almost every classroom. However, energy drinks are addictive, artificial and can cause many health problems.  I remember the first time I made coffee; I was surprised how the bitter coffee beans turned into a tasty caffeinated beverage. Unlike coffee, energy drinks have no…