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Scientists have shed new light on the genetic basis of dyslexia, showing how it overlaps with that of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

People in Scotland are walking more often compared with more than a decade ago, research suggests.

Data scientists and clinical researchers will use brain scans from the Scottish population to build a software tool that they hope will be able to predict a person’s risk of dementia.

Global concentrations of one of the main air pollutants known to affect human health have been graphically illustrated for the first time by a team of scientists.

Pet owners in financial difficulty can face ‘heart-wrenching’ dilemmas about how to help animals that need unexpected veterinary care, a study suggests.

People living in poorer households are more likely to face higher energy costs than those who do not, a study shows.