Smartphone bright lights may disrupt sleep patterns 
Smartphone bright lights may disrupt sleep patterns
A new study says the bright screen on your phone or e-reader could be affecting your sleep. Here’s what you need to know.
Pedometer programs get sedentary workers moving 
Pedometer programs get sedentary workers moving
Adding a walking program to the workplace can offer positive health benefits for employees, says a new study.
Is waist-to-height ratio the new BMI?  Featured
Is waist-to-height ratio the new BMI?
A new study says there’s an improved and more accurate way to determine healthy weight. Find out why some believe it’s a better option.
Is your sunscreen really protecting you? 
Is your sunscreen really protecting you?
Find out how the ultraviolet light you are soaking in can affect your health.
Tune out the idea of a TV in your child’s bedroom 
Tune out the idea of a TV in your child’s bedroom
A recent study links bedroom TVs to obesity in children.
Use your senses against waterborne germs  Featured
Use your senses against waterborne germs
A dip in the public pool or local swimming hole may seem harmless, but unknown germs could be waiting for you. Here’s what you should know.
Chicago ranks 27th among most fit cities 
Chicago ranks 27th among most fit cities
American Fitness Index has released its annual list of most fit cities. Find out which places made the top ten.