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States Roll Out AI, Paid Leave, and Voting Laws for 2026

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

At a Glance 38 states will regulate AI use in health care and elections. Paid family and medical leave will expand in Maine, Delaware, Minnesota,...

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Time Blindness: Why Chronic Lateness Can Be a Sign of ADHD

Daniel J. Whitman January 1, 2026

At a Glance Alice Lovatt was diagnosed with ADHD at 22 and learned about time blindness. Time blindness is a recognized ADHD symptom linked to...

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U.S. Flu Surge Hits Thousands, Hospitals Overrun

Daniel J. Whitman December 31, 2025

At a Glance Flu cases surge across the U.S., hospitalizations double. 7.5 million sick since Oct, 3,100 deaths, 5 pediatric deaths. Flu activity...

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South Carolina Reports 20 New Measles Cases, Threatening U.S. Elimination Status

Ethan R. Coleman December 31, 2025

At a Glance 20 new measles cases in South Carolina this week, bringing the state's 2024 total to 179-higher than the U.S. total in six of the last...

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Hospital OR Chaos Cost Billions-Akara Offers AI Fix

Marcus L. Bennett December 31, 2025

At a Glance Hospitals lose 2-4 hours of OR time every day due to manual scheduling. Akara offers AI-driven air-traffic control for operating...

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Startup Battlefield 200 Spotlights 34 Health & Wellness Innovators

Marcus L. Bennett December 31, 2025

At a Glance Startup Battlefield 200 showcased 34 health & wellness startups. The contest offers a $100,000 prize and a Startup Battlefield Cup for...

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Hidden Sugars in ‘Healthy’ Foods: Experts Warn of Sweet Danger

Ethan R. Coleman December 30, 2025

At a Glance Hidden sugars lurk in "all natural" granola, low-fat yogurt, and plant-based milks. Americans eat 17 teaspoons of added sugar daily, 57...

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California to Enforce Six New Animal-Welfare Laws on Jan. 1 2026

Olivia M. Hartwell December 30, 2025

> At a Glance > - Jan. 1 2026: Six new animal-welfare laws go into effect statewide. > - Laws close the pet-broker loophole, require import...

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States Face $10B Rural Health Fund Tied to Trump Policies

Jonathan P. Miller December 30, 2025

At a Glance $10B will be shared among states for rural health next year. The five-year fund totals $50B, with an average 2026 award of $200M. Half...

Volunteer pouring food into a bowl for a dog with tent light and makeshift enclosures in Gaza

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Gaza’s Last Animal Shelter Stands Amid Bombing

Amanda S. Bennett December 29, 2025

At a Glance Sulala Animal Rescue operates in a tent in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, amid war. Shelter keeps about 70 dogs and 50 cats alive despite bombings...