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 ...

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 ...

Schools across the U.S. are starting to rethink the abundance of digital devices in classrooms. After pouring billions of ...

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 ...

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, ...

Do you ever feel like your day melts into a digital fog? Constant emails, endless notifications, and the allure of social media can leave us feeling glued to our screens and zapped of energy. While ...

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 ...

Mother of two and retired teacher, Candice Robb, noticed her first grader was spending more time on the computer during ...

Computers -- and all other digital screens -- would be banned for Los Angeles public school students until second grade, ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Los Angeles Unified is turning away from years of promoting classroom technology by placing restrictions on ...