Health

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Katija Stjepovic

Study finds over-prescribed antibiotics causing harmful side effects

A new Intermountain Health study is revealing some troubling findings on over-prescribed antibiotics and their side effects.
1 year ago
The McPheters family enjoys hiking together. (Justin McPheter)...
Ayanna Likens

Why it’s important to create healthy habits with your children

Childhood obesity continues to rise, according to the CDC. Health experts say it's important to create healthy habits at a young age with your kids to ensure they have a healthy life.
1 year ago
Primary Children's Hospital announced Monday about 50 elective, prescheduled surgeries will be dela...
Emily Ashcraft

Primary Children’s expands NICU care using telehealth, keeps infants closer to home

Telehealth is allowing Primary Children's Hospital's Neuro-NICU to reach infants at other hospitals, allowing them to stay close to their parents and support system while getting the care they need.
1 year ago
FILE - The overdose-reversal drug Narcan is displayed during training for employees of the Public H...
Geoff Mulvihill, Associated Press

FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan. Here’s what it means

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved selling overdose antidote naloxone over-the-counter, marking the first time an opioid treatment drug will be available without a prescription.
1 year ago
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Karah Brackin

New CDC study shows Utah kids are not getting enough fruits and vegetables

A new study published by the CDC in February shows most kids in Utah are not getting the recommended nutrition.
1 year ago
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Ayanna Likens

Why bipolar episodes tend to rise in the spring

The change of seasons can be really hard for people who struggle with their mental health. Winter months can lead to more depression, and the shift to spring can lead to more bipolar episodes.
1 year ago
Almost two months after a train carrying hazardous materials derailed in the town of East Palestine...
Brenda Goodman

Government to step up efforts to monitor health of East Palestine residents, first responders

Almost two months after a train carrying hazardous materials derailed in the town of East Palestine, Ohio, the state Department of Health is preparing to offer blood and urine testing and physical exams to first responders who rushed to fight the blaze.
1 year ago
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Ayanna Likens

How exercise helps with Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson's disease is affecting more and more people across the nation. While there is no cure, one thing is showing promise in improving symptoms.
1 year ago
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Larry D. Curtis

Measles confirmed in Salt Lake County, first case since 2017

For the first time since 2017, a measles case has been confirmed in Utah.
1 year ago
Exibit shows Utah's air was a concern as far back as the 1880s....
Jed Boal

Exhibit: Concerns about Utah’s air quality go back to Brigham Young

An online exhibit details Utah’s unique air pollution problem going back to the 1880s when Utahns referred to the winter pollution as “smoke evil” or the “smoke nuisance”. 
1 year ago
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Mike Anderson

Fentanyl use on the rise in Box Elder County

Police in Box Elder County say fentanyl is hitting their community hard as overdoses and deaths have gone up in recent months.
1 year ago
Global Pharma Healthcare recalled Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops, distributed by EzriCare and...
Janelle Chavez

Two additional deaths linked to bacteria in recalled eye drops, CDC says

A rare strain of bacteria found in recalled eye drops has been linked to dozens of infections, as well as cases of vision loss and surgical removal of eyes.
1 year ago
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Associated Press

Oklahoma court OK’s abortion to preserve mother’s life

A divided Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday overturned a portion of the state’s near total ban on abortion, ruling women have a right to abortion when pregnancy risks their health, not just in a medical emergency.
1 year ago
Leukocytoclastic vasculitis, an inflammatory reaction in the blood vessels, is shown. It's also kno...
Monica Fish, Wealth of Geeks via AP

Don’t let the dreaded ‘Disney rash’ derail your vacation: Experts explain what it is, how to avoid it

What happens when Americans visit a Disney theme park and take 20,000 steps or more a day in hot, humid weather? Many get "Disney rash."
1 year ago
Jason Peck with his sons...
Ayanna Likens

How an outpatient program helped Salt Lake man overcome substance abuse

A Salt Lake man is sharing his story of overcoming opioid use and how Intermountain Health's outpatient program helped him.
1 year ago
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Eliza Pace & Shelby Lofton

Utah high school student has tuberculosis, testing efforts underway

A Utah high school student has been identified with tuberculosis and other students with prolonged contact will be tested. 
1 year ago
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Bridger Beal-Cvetko

Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals to pay for out-of-state abortions for employees

Real Salt Lake and the Utah Royals teams say they will reimburse employees up to $4,000 if employees seek abortions or other out-of-state medical care that is unavailable in Utah.
1 year ago
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Deanie Wimmer

Former KSL anchor avoids life-changing surgery by learning genetic risk

The country’s largest DNA study, conducted in Utah, shows potential to revolutionize healthcare treatments and costs.
1 year ago
In this photo illustration, Taylor Jane Stimmler, whose had type 1 diabetes since she was a teenage...
Tom Murphy, AP Health Writer

Novo Nordisk plans price cuts for several insulins

Novo Nordisk will start slashing some U.S. insulin prices up to 75% next year, following a path set earlier this month by rival Eli Lilly.
1 year ago
This week on Sunday Edition, Doug Wright sits down with Utah's Lieutenant Governor, Deidre Henderso...
KSL TV

Sunday Edition: Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson and Khosrow Semnani

This week on Sunday Edition, Doug Wright sits down with Utah's Lieutenant Governor, Deidre Henderson and Iranian-American community leader Khosrow Semnani.
1 year ago
Newly approved migraine drug, nasal spray Zavzpret, from Pfizer. (Pfizer via CNN)...
Brenda Goodman

FDA approves new nasal spray to treat migraine headaches in adults, Pfizer says

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new nasal spray as a rapid treatment for migraine pain in adults.
1 year ago
Doctors are seeing a higher number of adults under 55 diagnosed with colon cancer. (Jeffrey Gray)...
Ayanna Likens

45 is the new 50 when it comes to colon cancer screenings

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and 45 is the new 50 when it comes to colon cancer screenings.
1 year ago
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador gives his regularly scheduled morning press conferenc...
Associated Press

Mexican president to US: Fentanyl is your problem

Mexico’s president said Thursday that his country does not produce or consume fentanyl, despite enormous evidence to the contrary.
1 year ago
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Ashley Moser

What made the water in Eagle Mountain taste different? Water expert weighs in

Residents in Eagle Mountain have been raising concerns about their drinking water after the city switched to a different well last week.
1 year ago

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