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Nearly every state in the US has dyslexia laws – but our research shows...

Eric Hengyu Hu, University at Albany, State University of New York Families with children who have dyslexia have long pushed lawmakers to respond to a...
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The gut‑muscle link: why fermented foods could boost muscle health

Dominic Farsi, Teagasc; King's College London; Queen's University Belfast Gut health and muscle health are often thought of as separate concerns. The first brings to...
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How a traditional Nordic way of eating could help you live longer

Daniel Borch Ibsen, Aarhus University; Christina C. Dahm, Aarhus University, and Michael Fridén, Aarhus University We live in Denmark, which consistently ranks as one of...
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Glucosamine supplements may speed memory loss from Alzheimer’s, new research shows

Ramon Sun, University of Florida People with Alzheimer’s disease who took the common supplement glucosamine were 25% more likely to die within five years than...
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New variant of the flu virus is driving surge of cases across the US...

Zachary W. Binder, UMass Chan Medical School After a sharp uptick in flu cases in mid-December 2025, flu activity across the U.S. and Canada remains...
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6 tips for staying safe in extreme heat if you’re a runner, cyclist or...

Susan Yeargin, University of South Carolina When summer starts with a stifling heat wave, as many places are seeing in 2025, it can pose risks...
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Four health conditions linked to gum disease

Four health conditions linked to gum disease Christine Bryson, Anglia Ruskin University Gum diseases are among the most common chronic human diseases, affecting between 20 to 50%...
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Binging on candy can damage your gut microbiome.

Halloween candy binges can overload your gut microbiome – a gut doctor explains how to minimize spooking your helpful bacteria Christopher Damman, University of Washington Each October,...
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TRUTH in Labeling Act would heighten the warning for shoppers looking to cut sugar,...

Kimberly Baker, Clemson University With rising rates of obesity in the U.S. and increasing attention being paid to the health harms of processed foods, it’s...
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Breast density and mammograms: New FDA rule will ensure all women have more information...

Nancy Kressin, Boston University; Christine M. Gunn, Dartmouth College; Priscilla J. Slanetz, Boston University, and Tracy A. Battaglia, Yale University The Food and Drug Administration...

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