Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...

An estimated 60 to 70% of computer users suffer from eye strain, or computer vision syndrome. It results from prolonged use of screens on computers and digital devices. KERA’s Sam Baker talks about ...

A bill that would limit how much screen time young children get at school is one of several to pass the House Common Education Committee.

Fatigue and stress have long been common woes at the end of a workday. Now, in the digital age, there's a new set of struggles: headaches, dry eyes and double vision. These are the unique symptoms of ...

Screen time refers to the time a person spends looking at a screen on a device such as a television, smartphone, computer, or game console. There has been plentiful research done on screen time and ...

With pop-up alerts, your smartphone likely keeps you posted on the number of hours you’ve been staring at the screen. And those screentime hours don’t even include the time you spend in front of your ...

In today's digital age, monitoring screen time is crucial for maintaining a healthy balance between computer usage and other activities. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to check screen time on ...

Kristen Fischer has written for numerous health publications, hospitals, and medical companies, and is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists. Nick Blackmer is a librarian, ...

Want your child to spend less time on their phone, tablet or gaming device? Start by downsizing your own digital consumption. According to a study published in 2024, one of the strongest predictors of ...

A few small screen habits can protect eye comfort more than people expect.

AMES, Iowa – Parents may not always see it, but efforts to limit their children’s screen time can make a difference. A new study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, found children get more sleep, do better ...