Ayanna Likens
2-year-old beats cancer after receiving care at Primary Children’s Hospital
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and one 2-year-old in Tooele battled cancer and beat it after treatment at Primary Children's Hospital.4 months ago
Ayanna Likens
How to make sure your child’s car seat is properly installed
It's Child Passenger Safety week, and it's crucial that your kids are properly buckled in before you hit the road.4 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Joy and Wellness Program provided support for those battling cancer
A program at LDS Hospital is bringing support and a distraction from those receiving treatment for blood cancers.5 months ago
Ayanna Likens
A new free mental health resource in Utah will visit children in their moment of crisis
Intermountain Healthcare launched a new mental health resource for children and teens. The Stabilization Mobile Response unit (SMR) is designed to go to your home in a discreet way to help your child in crisis. The service is free.5 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Ogden man shares how naloxone saved his life
In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day, one Ogden man said naloxone saved his life — and many of his friends, too.5 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Creating healthy habits for families as kids return to school
Summer has come to an end, and school is back in session, which comes with a big adjustment for both parents and kids.5 months ago
Ayanna Likens
How you can help prevent injuries as students get back into fall sports
As kids returned to classrooms this week, they are also returning to fall sports – one Intermountain doctor shares tips on how to keep your kids healthy as they return to the field.5 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Some moms struggle with breastfeeding, here are some helpful tips
August is breastfeeding awareness month, and for some mothers who want to breastfeed, it doesn’t come easy. Intermountain Healthcare shares some tips on how to help.6 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Three healthy back-to-school lunches using the same ingredients
Chef Christopher Delissio with Intermountain shares three healthy lunches to put in your kid’s school lunch box, all using the same ingredients.6 months ago
Jed Boal
Researchers find patients with specific cancer at higher risk for mental health issues
New research out of Huntsman Cancer Institute reveals that Hodgkin lymphoma patients and survivors are more likely to suffer from mental health and substance abuse disorders than the general population.6 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Utah doctor talks about how important vaccinations are for kids heading back to school
School is just around the corner and if you have kids entering kindergarten or seventh grade, that means it’s time to get them immunized.6 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Proper hydration is about more than just drinking water
Intermountain doctors share tips on how to keep you and your kids hydrated in Utah’s high heat.6 months ago
Ayanna Likens
Staying safe in the sun: Don’t forget to check the UV Index
Utah has the highest rate of melanoma in the nation with 42 cases per 100,000 people, double the national average. That’s why doctors at Intermountain Medical Center said you need to protect yourself when headed outside.7 months ago
Keri Wilcox
Proper concussion protocol key to recovery for young athletes
Of all the sports injuries high school athletes can encounter — one of the most serious can be concussion. A concussion care plan can help them fully heal and safely get them back in the game.7 months ago
Peter Rosen, KSL TV
Utah’s Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital celebrates 100 years of treating kids
Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital is used to celebrating kids’ birthdays, but this year the staff there is saying ‘happy birthday’ to the hospital itself.7 months ago
Ken Fall
How to enjoy Utah’s mountain bike trails safely this summer
Utah is known for outdoor sports, but they don’t come without risk. Two Intermountain ER doctors share their advice for anyone looking to mountain bike in the backcountry.7 months ago
Annie Knox, KSL TV
The overdose-reducing drug doctors say more of us should have on hand
It can fit in your pocket and save a life. After overdose deaths from opioids climbed during the pandemic, medical workers and advocates are spreading the word about naloxone.8 months ago
Sloan Schrage, KSL TV
Ways to keep your kids active during the summer break
With Utah's weather so nice this time of year, you would think getting kids to be active would be a slam dunk. But it can be a tall order given the draw of smartphones, tablets, and video games.8 months ago
Cindy St. Clair, KSL TV
Make fruit the star of summer snack time
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Between the BBQs, road trips, and busy schedules, summer can be a tough time to get healthy snacks into your kids. For Intermountain Healthcare’s corporate executive chef, Alex Govern, a little bit of sugar goes a long way in helping his kids eat healthy. “We don’t say no to sugars,” […]8 months ago
Ken Fall, KSL TV
With warm weather arriving, keep your kids safe from window falls
It’s that time of year when windows are flying open to let in some fresh air. But it’s also when open windows and unsafe screens present a serious danger to little kids.8 months ago
Ken Fall, KSL TV
Why Utahns are at higher risk for deadly skin cancer
Utah has the unfortunate distinction of having the highest rate of melanoma in the nation—a rate more than double the national average. Regular screenings can save lives.8 months ago
Ken Fall, KSL TV
Are you over 50 or heading out of town? Get a 2nd COVID-19 booster, Utah doctor says
With COVID-19 rates rising in Utah and throughout most of the country, public health officials are most concerned about people over 50 and the immunocompromised.9 months ago
Ken Fall and Annie Knox, KSL TV
How a new approach to dental care helped save a Utah man’s humanitarian gift
Hospital-based dental care provides specialized treatment for medically complex patients and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. One such program helped a Utahn donate wheelchairs to those in need.9 months ago
