Health
Simone Seikaly
Utah drivers rank high in “Safest States in America” study
The Beehive State was among the highest-ranking states in an overall safety assessment conducted by marketing firm Top Agency.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Well-being of Utahns has declined, study from Utah Foundation says
According to a report released Tuesday by the Utah Foundation, the well-being of Utahns has dropped in 2022.2 years ago
Aubri Wuthrich
During Sickle Cell Awareness month, American Red Cross seeks donations
As fall approaches, the changes in the weather and temperature can cause pain and discomfort for people with sickle cell anemia.2 years ago
Danielle Wiener-Bronner, CNN Business
Burger King has a plan to make you fall in love with the Whopper again
The company that owns Burger King plans to invest $400 million to improve its brand, including $250 million for updating restaurant technology and kitchens.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
Second confirmed death of patient with monkeypox
Two people carrying the monkeypox virus have died in the U.S., The cases are still under investigation for what role the illness played in their deaths.2 years ago
Sandee LaMotte, CNN
Walking can lower risk of early death, but there’s more to it than number of steps, study finds
Put on your walking shoes and don't forget your step counter: You can reduce your risk for cancer, heart disease and early death by getting up to 10,000 steps a day, but any amount of walking helps, according to a new study.2 years ago
ZEKE MILLER and CARLA K. JOHNSON Associated Press
In a nod to JFK, Biden pushing ‘moonshot’ to fight cancer
Biden planned to urge Americans who might have delayed cancer screenings during the pandemic to seek them out swiftly, reminding them that early detection can be key to avoiding adverse outcomes.2 years ago
Max Foster and Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN
Funeral for Queen Elizabeth II to be held September 19
The state funeral for Britain's Queen Elizabeth II will take place a week from Monday at Westminster Abbey, and she will lie in state in Westminster Hall from Wednesday, Buckingham Palace has announced.2 years ago
Alejandro Lucero
College students face high rates of food insecurity
Food insecurity affects 40% of college students according to a study conducted by Brigham Young University.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Utah ranks seventh in best access to Grade A hospitals
Utah has the seventh best access to Grade A hospitals, according to a study from Duffy & Duffy, a medical malpractice lawfirm.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
In Utah, more women are likely to attempt suicide than men
Utah women have specific risk factors for suicide, including domestic violence, religious dissonance, opioid and substance use, and LGBTQ+ identies.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Misinformation spreads about new suicide prevention lifeline 988
Some who've called the suicide prevention hotline 988 are using social media to spread concern about police being sent to their homes.2 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Preparing for and staying safe in extreme heat
Extreme heat is the story of Utah during summer 2022. Salt Lake City saw 33 days of 100 degrees or greater -- and counting. An expert shares tips and advice on preparing for -- and staying safe -- in extreme heat.2 years ago
Elizabeth Weiler
Live On Utah offering free suicide prevention courses
A suicide prevention course is being made available by Live On Uta. The courses are held as part of Suicide Awareness Month, which takes place in September.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
First human case of West Nile virus confirmed in Utah
A senior citizen in the Weber-Morgan Health District is the first person in Utah confirmed to have West Nile virus this year.2 years ago
Sam Herrera
Salt Lake County now offering updated COVID booster
After the CDC's recommendation of the updated COVID booster, the Salt Lake County Health Department is now offering appointments.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Bivalent COVID-19 booster is recommeneded for use by CDC
The use of Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 bivalent vaccines as added protection for Americans against COVID-19 was recommended Thursday by the CDC.2 years ago
Kate Davis
Advisory tells visitors to Grand Canyon to be leery of rabid bats
The National Park Service issued an advisory this week after a rabid bat was found near the Colorado River.2 years ago
Allie Litzinger
Study finds SLC has recovered from pandemic better than other cities
A study from the University of California-Berkeley finds Salt Lake City to be North America's most recovered major city from pandemic losses.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Twitter self-harm hashtag concerning for Utah mental health experts
A Twitter hashtag linked to self-harm content on the social media platform prompts concern from Utah mental health experts.2 years ago
Chris Jacobs
Fewer days with unhealthy air in Utah thanks to monsoon moisture
The Utah Division of Air quality reports that only 15 days this summer have been really unhealthy this year compared to 40 last summer.2 years ago
Elizabeth Weiler and Allie Litzinger
How to protect your animals in the heatwave
Our animals are not immune to the repercussions of recent record-breaking temperatures in Utah.2 years ago
LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer
US clears updated COVID boosters targeting newest variants
The updated boosters are only for people who have already had their primary vaccinations, using the original vaccines.2 years ago
