Radiology Business February 21, 2025
Marty Stempniak

Radiology leaders seeking ways to foster employee health and happiness can look to the world’s “Blue Zones” as a source of inspiration.

Dan Buettner of National Geographic coined the term in 2004, denoting areas where physical activity, low stress social interaction and healthful eating have extended lifespans. Experts believe medical imaging may benefit from this mindset, detailing their perspectives in Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology.

“Radiology, by nature, presents a unique challenge to physician well-being,” Cody R. Johnson, MD, with University Hospitals Cleveland, and co-authors wrote Feb. 7. “The inherently sedentary nature of radiological practice can lead to musculoskeletal issues, cardiovascular problems and mental health concerns. Increased daily time spent sitting is associated with increased mortality from all...

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