Health
Alejandro Lucero
Utah Red Cross urges residents to donate in wake of Hurricane Ian
All Utahns are urged to donate but especially those with type O blood. You can schedule an appointment online, through their app, or over the phone.2 years ago
Chris Jacobs
Intermountain Healthcare and Zipline launch drone delivery service
A new drone delivery system by Intermountain Healthcare and Zipline is unveiled on Oct. 4. The program will service the Salt Lake Valley.2 years ago
Britt Johnson
Uptick in mosquitos in Utah caused by recent weather and temperatures
Mosquitos in Utah have seen a growth in population thanks to recent weather. While aggressive, they are not the disease-carrying breed.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Three additional cases of avian influenza confirmed in Sanpete County
The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food announced Friday that three additional cases of avian influenza have been confirmed on turkey farms in Sanpete County.2 years ago
Jacqueline Howard, CNN
ALS drug gets FDA approval despite uncertainty about effectiveness
The US Food and Drug Administration approved a new treatment for ALS on Thursday.2 years ago
Mark Jones
University of Utah Health among the nation’s top 10 for 13th year in row
The 2022 Vizient Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Award has ranked University of Utah Health in the top 10 for the 13th straight year.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Name change coming to Intermountain Healthcare next year
In 2023, Intermountain Healthcare will change its name to Intermountain Health.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
A new chance for a fighting chance against ovarian cancer
What may be most alarming about ovarian cancer is that the symptoms are there, but they are quiet and can be mistaken for something else.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Utah County Health issues warning about harmful algal blooms
Utah County officials have detected high levels of harmful algal blooms at multiple Utah Lake marinas and beaches.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Intermountain Healthcare purchases land near Ephraim
Intermountain Healthcare has plans to develop 35 acres of land in the Ephraim area into a new hospital.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Officials warn of additional cases of avian influenza
With the fall migration of wild waterfowl, state officials are warning bird owners to be prepared for additional cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza or avian influenza.2 years ago
Heather Kelly and Elizabeth Weiler
Utah homes have some of the highest levels of radon gas
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found that one in 15 homes in the U.S. have dangerous levels of radon gas. Utah is at much higher risk.2 years ago
Chandler Holt
Semi driver dies after driving off side of roadway
A semi drove off the right side of the road, breaking through the concrete barrier, on US-6 at milepost 185 in Spanish Fork canyon.2 years ago
Zoe Sottile, CNN
John Cena breaks Make-A-Wish record after granting 650 wishes
Actor, wrestling legend, and perpetual meme subject John Cena has completed a new accomplishment: breaking the world record for most wishes granted through the Make-A-Wish Foundation.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Utah to receive additional $4.9 million from FEMA in response to COVID-19
FEMA has announced Utah will receive an additional $4.9 million to help with the housing costs during the COVID-19 pandemic.2 years ago
Adam Small
USU opens new mental health fund in memorial of Coach Anderson’s fallen son
Utah State University hopes the Robert Cason Anderson Mental Health and Wellness fund will help provide resources to athletes and staff.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
BYU researchers learn importance of tracking, in fitness and other goals
BYU researchers found that tracking an activity helps to increase (or decrease) that activity.2 years ago
Adam Small
National health panel recommends anxiety screenings for adults under 65
Anxiety screenings were recommended for adults 19 to 64 by the task force to help combat the under-detection of anxiety disorders.2 years ago
Randall Jeppesen and Mark Jones
Easton Oliverson family files lawsuit against LLBB and bunk bed makers
A lawsuit has been filed by the family of Easton Oliverson against Little League Baseball and the makers of the bunk beds he fell off and injured his head just prior to the Little League World Series.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
U of U Health says contraception need higher for both women and men in the wake of Roe decision
University of Utah Heath says demand for birth control is up and they have a new clinic hoping to get women faster access.2 years ago
Chandler Holt
Two studies sum up Utah’s professional athletic abilities
Just how athletic is Utah? How many pro-athletes are from the Beehive state? Two recent studies shed light on these questions..2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Pro-Life Utah responds to latest abortion questions in Utah
The Pro-Life Utah advocacy group said they stand behind Utah lawmakers who claim that most abortion services in Utah are currently outlawed.2 years ago
Amie Schaeffer
Utah ranks high for drug overdose
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah ranks number six in the country for drug overdoses, according to a recent study. The study tracked overdose fatalities in the United States over a 7-year period. Utah had 19,324 deaths recorded, which is the sixth highest in the whole of the US. The research spanned from 2013-2020 and was […]2 years ago
