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Why the US kept Daylight Saving Time

It’s almost time for clocks to “fall back” one hour and gain one hour of sleep. On the first Sunday…

Removing fluoride from public drinking water may lead to millions more cavities in US children, study estimates

Water availability See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Link Copied! Follow The longstanding public health practice of adding fluoride…

Understanding primary progressive aphasia

When you think about progressive brain disorders that cause dementia, you usually think of memory problems. But sometimes language problems…

Adults can sleep with stuffed animals, too. It might even be a good thing, experts say

Summary Over 20% of plush toys were purchased by adults in 2024, with increased interest since the pandemic, sales data…

How to make friends with the plank exercise for core strength

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Planks are widely…

Lessons from a pandemic

The initial surge of COVID-19 patients in Boston-area hospitals has passed, but the memories of caring for them will forever…

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    Beauty News

    How long does it take to see benefits from your new workout regimen?

    Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. Summary Seeing benefits…

    Wide-awake at night but tired in the morning? Here’s what could help, according to experts

    Summary Feeling tired in the morning but alert at night is a common problem linked to disrupted sleep patterns or…

    Yawning may be more dangerous than you think, experts say

    Find yourself yawning a lot? Do you need that third or fourth cup of coffee to make it through the…

    Socks could really improve your sleep, experts say

    Summary Wearing socks to bed could help improve sleep by lowering core body temperature, according to Cleveland Clinic specialists. The…

    Parents ‘should be seen and not heard’ when it comes to kids and their friendships

    As a parenting author, I travel the country speaking at schools about the complicated social changes that happen during adolescence…

    Don’t drink before your nap on the plane. It could hurt you now and later

    The “fasten seat belt” sign is off, and the time for a nap on your flight is on. You grab…

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