Health
Mark Jones
No vaccine mandate for students at Southern Utah University
CEDAR CITY, Utah — Leaders at Southern Utah University announced Friday that the university will not require a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for its students. SUU leaders had previously explored the possibility of a vaccine mandate. However, discussions with public health officials, community leaders and campus leadership made them reverse course. In the midst of those […]3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Parents angry at University of Utah after daycare center closes
(Correction: An earlier version of this story used a picture of an inaccurate location of the daycare center in question.) SALT LAKE CITY — One group of parents is furious with the University of Utah after the closure of a popular daycare center. They say the school made promises to them that aren’t being honored. […]3 years ago
Eliza Craig
Red Cross: Latter-day Saints donate more blood than other groups
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donate 100,000 units of blood every year, according to the Red Cross, more than any other group.3 years ago
Nick Wyatt
Gov. Cox announces test to travel program
The state health department will operate a separate COVID-19 test-to-travel line for travelers at the Cannon Health Building in Salt Lake City.3 years ago
Mary Richards
Senator Lee working on exemptions to Biden vaccine mandate
Utah's senior senator says the vaccine mandate contradicts the U.S. Constitution, but the Biden administration believes it will hold up in court.3 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Emotional abuse in relationships can become physical abuse
Most physically abusive relationships begin with emotional or psychological abuse. Recognizing it is crucial says a Utah psychiatrist.3 years ago
Nick Wyatt
September COVID-19 school cases lower than previous projection
The state health department projected as many as 39,000 school-age cases through September, but there have been about 9,200.3 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Health care costs can be reduced if Congress works together, says prof
SALT LAKE CITY — It can be hard to understand what’s happening with health care costs today, and it’s purposely designed that way; it’s bankrupting Americans and it doesn’t need to be that way, says a professor of economics. Utah State University Professor Henry Eyring said there are bipartisan solutions that policymakers could implement to […]3 years ago
Nick Wyatt
Shining a Light on Domestic Violence: know the signs and what to do
Domestic violence experts say it's important to know the signs of an unstable or toxic relationship in order to guide someone toward help.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Analysts: Mental health calls to Safe UT app ‘more intense’ since pandemic
During the pandemic, the use of the Safe UT app has increased, especially calls for mental health services.3 years ago
Mark Jones
Uintah County medical transport patient dies
A Uintah County medical transport patient died early Saturday morning.3 years ago
Nick Wyatt
Some Utahns ready for a third vaccine dose, pharmacies are preparing
Some Utahns are ready for a third vaccine dose against COVID-19. One pharmacy says it's already booking appointments.3 years ago
Ladd Eagan, KSL TV
Mental health magnet being mailed to Alpine District parents
The postcard-sized magnet features information and telephone numbers for use in a mental health emergency.3 years ago
Carlos Artiles Fortun
Let’s Get Moving with Maria: Steps to a healthier you
A study says 7,000 steps daily will benefit your life.3 years ago
Mark Jackson
Intermountain COVID-19 update addresses booster shot, new variant
A long winter could be in store as COVID-19 cases continue to rise, Intermountain medical officials said Friday.3 years ago
Simone Seikaly
COVID-19 in Utah: State surpasses 500,000 cases
The COVID-19 in Utah report on Friday included news that nine more Utahns have died from the disease.3 years ago
Becky Bruce
More than 200 people are in the ICU with COVID-19 in Utah
Hospitalizations remain high for COVID-19 in Utah, with 562 people currently hospitalized and 223 of those patients in the ICU.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Health officials says childhood vaccinations down since start of pandemic
Over the course of 2020, there were 13 percent fewer childhood vaccinations ordered through the state’s vaccines for children program.3 years ago
Becky Bruce
The first day of fall means the return of flu season, Utah doctor warns
Dr. Tamara Sheffield recommends Utah residents seek out a flu shot soon, pointing out you can get one at the same time as a COVID vaccine.3 years ago
Nick Wyatt
Salt Lake County awarded $3.8 million to improve minority health
The grant is specifically to fund projects aimed at decreasing health disparities among minorities in Salt Lake County.3 years ago
MATTHEW PERRONE, LAURAN NEERGAARD and MIKE STOBBE Associated Press
FDA backs Pfizer COVID-19 boosters for seniors, high-risk
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has yet to weigh in on who it believes should get boosters and when.3 years ago
Simone Seikaly
New card game designed to combat mental health symptoms in kids
The card game involves an intergalactic space battle using suggestive defensive strategies that can be used to improve kids' mental health.3 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Utah lawmakers want public input on the president’s vaccine mandate
A meeting of the Business and Labor Committee has been scheduled for October 4 to discuss the president's vaccine mandate.3 years ago
