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Public school enrollment across the United States continues to decline, with new data showing student numbers have not bounced back to pre-pandemic levels—a trend that is accelerating nationwide and sending ripples through education systems globally. The latest findings, reported by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), indicate that K-12 public school enrollment peaked at 50.8 million in autumn 2019 but is projected to drop by nearly four million to just 46.9 million by 2031, representing a significant 7.6% fall in enrollment over the next several years (Virginia Mercury via WTOP).

Recent coverage highlights calcium as essential not only for bones but also for cardiovascular health, pregnancy, and cancer prevention. In Thailand, where cuisine is diverse and flavors are abundant, the question remains: are daily diets delivering enough calcium?

Calcium helps prevent bone-weakening conditions such as osteoporosis and rickets. But its benefits extend beyond bones, influencing overall health and reducing risks for several serious conditions. With shifting dietary patterns in Thailand, it’s important to assess whether current eating habits meet daily calcium needs.