Health
Mark Jones
Bat found in SLC tests positive for rabies, health expert weighs in
A bat recently found in Salt Lake City has tested positive for rabies. Nicholas Rupp, of the Salt Lake City Health Department, joined KSL NewsRadio to explain why it was tested.10 hours ago
Waverly Golden
Small whooping cough outbreak in Cache Valley
A small outbreak of whooping cough was detected in Cache Valley, Utah. The Bear River Health Department says vaccination is the best preventative measure.1 day ago
Sandee LaMotte, CNN
Our attention span is shrinking, studies say, but focus is possible
Researchers say people are concentrating less on any one screen, and are taking longer to refocus on an active work project.3 days ago
Emily Ashcraft
U of U Health, Regence insurance warn they may not reach a contract
Regence said its negotiations focus on ensuring families and businesses don't have significant increases in premiums.3 days ago
Michelle Lee
Tackling the loneliness epidemic
A researcher noticed that people were spending more time in isolation and less time with family and friends. Now, 50% of us say we're lonely.5 days ago
Amanda Dickson
Where is anxiety in children coming from?
Rates of anxiety in children have risen since the pandemic, but especially with increase use of social media.7 days ago
Amanda Dickson
The snacking diet and the 24/7 food culture
We Americans are snacking up a storm. Nearly 50% of us are eating three or more snacks per day. That's up 8% in two years.9 days ago
Simone Seikaly
Mental health and social media, a Utah child psychologist weighs in
An expert from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute dives into recent social media recommendations from the U.S. Surgeon General.9 days ago
BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer
8 tips for parents and teens on social media use — from the US surgeon general
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's tips include creating "tech-free zones" — such as meal times and nighttime.9 days ago
Associated Press
Papa Murphy’s cookie dough may be linked to salmonella in Utah, other states
There have been 18 reports of salmonella infections that may be linked to eating raw cookie dough from Papa Murphy's.9 days ago
Adam Small
Water experts say it’s going to take more than one big year to fill the Great Salt Lake
There's still a lot of exposed lake bed around The Great Salt Lake and water managers say it's going to take more than just this year to cover a lot of it again.11 days ago
Amanda Dickson
Is chocolate milk in schools on the chopping block?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is considering whether it'll take chocolate milk in schools off the menu. The concern: childhood obesity rates.11 days ago
Leia Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune
Great Salt Lake is still blowing dangerous dust
The Great Salt Lake is still is blowing an immense amount of dangerous dust pollution along the Wasatch Front.12 days ago
Michelle Lee
Skin care for before and after sun exposure
The sun is out! It’s the perfect weather for us to get outside, but not without proper skin care.12 days ago
Waverly Golden
SafeUT program here to stay: Senator Daniel Thatcher says it will never go away
Senator Daniel Thatcher ensures that the SafeUT program will never go away, despite some recent discussion from school boards.14 days ago
Amanda Dickson
Utah bucking national trend in child deaths
Rates of child deaths in American have risen to the highest level in 15 years. And Utah isn't seeing the same trend, but the state saw the largest number of suicides in Utah children in 2019.14 days ago
Mark Jones
What’s the hang up over the FDA-approved Alzheimer’s drug?
A new FDA-approved drug to help fight Alzheimer's disease hasn't been approved by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services. Dave and Dujanovic disuss why.14 days ago
Britt Johnson
Can Utahns quit their Diet Coke? A local restaurant owner weighs in
The World Health Organization is warning people about the negative side effects of artificial sweeteners in sodas like Diet Coke.15 days ago
Amanda Dickson
Here’s how AI could help Utah healthcare workers
AI healthcare could be the next future movement to help you receive good care and make it easier on healthcare professionals.15 days ago
Mark Jones
Resiliency Center: Building a mental resilience
The Resiliency Center at the University of Utah is providing help to 25,000 employees in education, clinical roles and research.15 days ago
Waverly Golden
Many Americans choosing fast food over grocery shopping
Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic spoke with NewsNation Miami Correspondent Brooke Shafer about her research into ever-increasing fast food sales.17 days ago
Waverly Golden
Younger adults are becoming more susceptible to strokes
A new release from Intermountain Healthcare shows that younger adults are becoming more susceptible to stroke.18 days ago
Jenny Carpenter, KSL.com
Young stroke victim survives with quick, lifesaving treatment in northern Utah
After a 36-year-old man had a stroke, he and his wife say to be aware of the signs of stroke and that young people are also at risk.18 days ago
Michelle Lee
How, and why, a hobby can bring joy to your life
If it brings you pleasure, is meaningful, and you can do it regularly, you've got yourself a hobby! Here's why they can benefit us so much.19 days ago
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