KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Not all digital pedometers measure walking distance with the same accuracy, but most come pretty close, a University of Tennessee study shows. Dr. David Bassett, UT-Knoxville associate professor of exercise science, examined five electronic pedometer brands — Freestyle Pacer, Eddie Bauer, L.L. Bean, Yamax and Accusplit. The study evaluated pedometers on 20
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The latest rise in the nation’s index of leading economic indicators does not warrant an increase in interest rates to control inflation, a University of Tennessee economist said Tuesday. Dr. William Fox, who heads UT-Knoxville’s Center for Business and Economic Research, said the nation’s steady economic expansion is not the kind of
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee’s master of public health degree program will celebrate its 25th anniversary on Sept. 20 with a reception and lecture for students and alumni. Dr. Fredia S. Wadley, commissioner of the Tennessee department of health, will speak at 5 p.m. in the University Center Shiloh Room. Dr. June Gorski,