A new investigation reveals the cancer risks of airport scanners. (Daily Mail) The watchdog group EPIC claims that Homeland Security “publicly mischaracterized” full-body scanners’ safety record.

To fight childhood obesity, pediatricians call for a ‘media diet’ for kids and for a ban on junk-food ads during kids’ programming. (American Academy of Pediatrics)

How clean is your favorite beach’s water? Check the rankings of 200 popular beaches. (Natural Resources Defense Council)

Seattle is first, Lexington last. Find your city on this ranking of the Most and Least Active Cities in the U.S. (Men’s Health)

Why eat local? Check out this look at the grim future of farming. (Food Republic)

Enjoy summer fruit more with this buying and storing guide for 5 summer favorites. (EatingWell)

Yankee Russell Martin and other major-leaguers now train with mixed martial arts.  (New York Times)

Finally, our own CEO is quoted in this inspiring look at walking programs. (Boston Globe)