Thanksgiving Message
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to connect with family, eat delicious homemade food, and give thanks. I also hope that we can take time to look after our communities. The benefits of volunteering are enormous to you, your family, and your community. Giving to others reduces stress, can increase a skill, and promote our mental […]6 years ago
Can they cook: holiday recipes from KSL hosts
With holidays soon approaching tasty dishes often take center stage. KSL hosts share some of their favorite holiday recipes.6 years ago
Utah Health Policy Project – Take Care Utah
Shopping for health insurance can sometimes be confusing and stressful. That’s why Take Care Utah is here to help. Utahns are currently able to sign up for health insurance and may be able to receive financial assistance during the Open Enrollment period for Individual and Family plans. No one plans to get sick or hurt, […]6 years ago
Cache County School District/Project AWARE
Staying home from school, away from friends, and normal activities can feel really hard. Being social helps us manage stress and stay mentally healthy. When we are distanced from friends it can lead to feelings of worry, depression, and loneliness. Cache County School District has helped so many students to feel more connected through their […]6 years ago
Spirit of Utah
You may find yourself overwhelmed with the events of 2020; it’s been a trying time for many of us. Though we have seen discord between some, we have seen many more acts of kindness, service in abundance, and found meaningful connection in alternative ways. We’ve connected through video calls and emails, learned new hobbies like […]6 years ago
Flu Vaccination
Utah is widely recognized as a healthy place to live, work, do business, and raise a family. This includes our easy access to physical activities like hiking and biking trails, a strong sense of community, and great access to healthcare. Public health affects every Utahan including detecting and preventing infectious diseases by getting immunized regularly, […]6 years ago
Neighborhood House
Neighborhood House is a 126-year-old nonprofit in Salt Lake City that provides daycare for children 15 months old to 12 years old, and supervised activities for adults 18 and older that need constant care during the day. They provide a wide range of programs including youth summer programs, preschool, adult day care, and support services […]6 years ago
Head Start
Head Start is a federally funded preschool program that promotes school readiness to children from low-income families by supporting the development of the whole child. Social and emotional well-being in early childhood predicts favorable behavioral and academic adjustments as children get older. There are Head Start programs all over Utah including Davis Head Start. They […]6 years ago
SelectHealth Awards
Can you think of an organization or person that inspires you? Most likely, they have qualities you aim to possess or are passionate about something that excites you. All across Utah, there are organizations who are helping those in need and making our state a better place. SelectHealth seeks out incredible causes that support our […]6 years ago
Utah Pride Center
The Utah Pride Center strives for a thriving LGBTQ+ community in Utah by providing a safe and welcoming space for education, partnerships, services, and events that advance health, wellness, and success. The center provides individual and family counseling, services and advocacy for seniors, addiction recovery, suicide prevention services, youth and family programs, and more. If […]6 years ago
B3: Brain Body Boost
Sponsored content Are you looking for a way to engage your child in more physical activity? Or maybe you’re a teacher looking for free lesson plans and school supplies centered around Utah’s Health Education Curriculm. Either way, B3 could serve as a solution. B3 is a one-of-a-kind, school-based physical activity program integrated with Utah’s […]6 years ago
Brain Body Boost (B3)
Healthy kids make engaged students. Children who are active and eating well are more likely to have improved concentration, are happier, and earn higher grades. But too many kids are not getting the exercise and nutrition they need. SelectHealth has created an online, school-based program that helps teachers, students, and parents live the healthiest lives […]6 years ago
Alliance Community Services
Providing services and care in a culturally sensitive way has evolved in our community over the years. When we are culturally competent, we can improve health, economic, and social outcomes and increase the quality of care. Alliance Community Services is a nationally recognized, innovative organization specializing in the delivery of health and human services to […]6 years ago
Big Brothers Big Sisters Utah
For over a century, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been helping change kids’ perspectives and giving them the opportunity to reach their potential. In Utah, they help children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better through mentoring. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah engages children […]6 years ago
Beaver County Children’s Justice Center
Did you know that 1 in 5 kids in Utah will be sexually abused before the age of 18? When this is reported, traditionally, an investigation of the abuse requires multiple interviews by police, social services, medical personnel, and more. The Beaver County Children’s Justice Center aims to change this with their home-like facility that […]6 years ago
Ability Found
In 1988, because of a lack of oxygen at birth, Matthew Robison was born with several disabilities; he was blind, mostly paralyzed, and spoke only a few words. He lived ten years and during that time the Robison family learned that many people with disabilities were in need of, but unable to afford, the assistive […]6 years ago
Latino Behavioral Health Services
The Latino community makes up over 14% of our population equaling over 400,000 people in Utah. Studies show that the Latino community experiences some of the highest health disparities in our state. Poverty and lack of access to healthcare are both risk factors that contribute to high rates of mental and emotional conditions and substance […]6 years ago
The Green Urban Lunch Box
A college student once wanted to replace the concrete parking lot outside her dorm with a small garden plot, but she knew how difficult it would be to grown vegetables in such an urban environment. Through some brainstorming, they decided to build a mobile greenhouse out of a school bus. This project is now known […]6 years ago
Hope4Utah
Utahns have been social distancing for the last few months to serve the public good and that can come with psychological challenges. The loss of routine, fear of infection, financial burden, and isolation from others can take a tole on our mental health. Hope 4 Utah and Hope Squads throughout the state provide peer-to-peer suicide […]6 years ago
June Station Highlights
Morning News with Tim and Amanda During the week of June 15th, Utah’s Morning News with Tim and Amanda had the opportunity to interview all four Republican Gubernatorial candidates. Instead of waiting until right before the election, we did our traditional candidate interviews two weeks before Primary Day, so voters could learn more before mailing […]6 years ago
Waste Less Solutions
In Utah, about 600,000 tons of food are wasted every year. Food is thrown away and heads to the landfill which then releases methane gas as the food decomposes. Food waste is responsible for about 8% of global emissions and is the number one item filling our landfills. Dana Williamson took matters into her own […]6 years ago
Utah Gives Back Day
Today, June 25, SelectHealth will be highlighting organizations throughout Utah that make a difference in our community as part of Utah Gives Back day. While quarantine makes gathering in person difficult, there are still many ways to give back and serve in our local community. Hope Squad School-based peer to peer suicide prevention program, based […]6 years ago
Primary Children’s-Water Safety
For 30 years, Primary Children’s Hospital has worked to keep kids safe in our communities. Tragedies can happen in a blink of an eye. With summer and warmer temperatures here, it’s important to be especially careful around water. Drowning is the second leading cause of death among Utah children under the age of 14. Water […]6 years ago
