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Person reclining on chair with head tilted down toward their phone, with pain in their neck

November 19, 2025/Orthopaedics

Tech Neck: A Modern-Day Pain

Looking down at your smartphone or computer screen can stress muscles in your neck, shoulders and back

Young teenager sitting on couch with cat while talking to friend on smartphone.

August 25, 2022/Children's Health

Is My Child Ready for a Smartphone?

The answer comes down to your child’s maturity

Woman on a chair in a library texts on smartphone while holding her dog

August 2, 2022/Orthopaedics

Is Your Smartphone Affecting Your Pinky, Thumb, Neck or Elbow?

Frequent smartphone use can lead to painful issues

A child laying on their stomach in bed holding a tablet computer

May 23, 2022/Children's Health

What Is Too Much Screen Time for Kids?

An expert shares when it’s time to limit your kids’ tablet or TV time

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May 20, 2022/Sleep

Why You Should Ditch Your Phone Before Bed

3 reasons to put your phone use on pause before sleep

An illustration of a person trying to balance a sad face and a happy face

April 27, 2022/Wellness

8 Tips for Work-Life Balance

How to take back control of your non-work hours

A drawing of a woman sitting in a chair and reading a book near a lamp

November 23, 2021/Mental Health

How to Do a Digital Detox for Less Stress, More Focus

Taking a break from technology not only frees up time, but has real mental health benefits. Learn the best ways to do it.

December 15, 2020/Heart Health

Protecting Your Pacemaker From Smartphones, Power Lines

Glitches are possible but unlikely

March 17, 2020/Primary Care

Sanitize Your Mobile Phone With These Helpful Tips

Reduce the risk of exposing yourself and those you love to germs

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