Health
Mary Richards
Study finds UK variant of COVID-19 is not more deadly
A new study published this week found the so-called UK variant of COVID-19 does not cause more severe illness or death, in contrast to some previous reports.3 years ago
Becky Bruce
Utah recommends vaccine providers press pause on Johnson & Johnson
No Utah patients reported blood clots, but executive director Rich Saunders said pressing pause on Johnson & Johnson is the right thing to do.3 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Utah mulled postponing second shots to give out more first doses
In December, Utah's governor considered following the decision made by the UK and delay second shots of the Covid-19 vaccine while giving out more first shots.3 years ago
Dan Bammes
FEMA offers funeral assistance for families of COVID-19 victims
FEMA is offering assistance of up to $9,000 to help with funeral expenses for families of those who have died from COVID-19 .3 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Hundreds of vaccine appointments available this week
Some counties across Utah report they have hundreds of available vaccine appointments this week. But Salt Lake County is not one of them.3 years ago
Saige Miller
You can get a free COVID-19 test from the state at these locations this week
Utah is continuing to offer free rapid antigen tests to residents who want to know if they have contacted COVID-19. Here is where to get a free test in Utah this week.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Despite possible protest, students will still need to wear masks in school
Even though the statewide mask mandate was lifted for most Utahns, educators say students will still have to wear masks in school.3 years ago
Becky Bruce
Poll: Utahns divided over coming end to statewide mask mandate
The Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found 44% of Utahns believe the mask mandate should stay in place beyond this weekend.3 years ago
Cami Mondeaux
University of Utah will require masks after statewide mandate expires
The University of Utah will still require facemasks on campus until the end of the spring semester, even after the statewide mandate expires Saturday.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Organizers host two COVID-19 vaccine clinics for Latinos in Ogden
Community activists are hosting two bilingual vaccine clinics over the next two weekends in Ogden, and they hope to attract people who have been hesitant to get vaccinated.3 years ago
Madeline Holcombe and Jason Hanna, CNN
Five states account for 43% of the country’s new Covid-19 cases in the past week
Just five states have accounted for about 43% of new coronavirus cases over the last week, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.3 years ago
The Associated Press
Celebrity zookeeper Jack Hanna diagnosed with dementia
The family of celebrity zookeeper and TV show host Jack Hanna said he's been diagnosed with dementia and will retire from public life.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Why Salt Lake County health official wants you to mask up, without a mandate
If the Salt Lake County Health Department wants people to keep wearing masks, why isn’t Director Gary Edwards recommending a mask mandate?3 years ago
Saige Miller
UDOH: 44% of eligible Utahns have received at least one dose of vaccine
Utah has administered more than 1.5 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, meaning approximately 44% of eligible Utahns have received their first jab.3 years ago
Saige Miller
Salt Lake City to extend mask mandate within city limits
Salt Lake City will extend its mask mandate, despite the new law that will lift the statewide mask mandate in Utah on April 10.3 years ago
Becky Bruce
Ingredient mix-up means far fewer vaccine doses head to Utah next week
Utah will receive tens of thousands fewer COVID-19 vaccine doses than expected next week, according to state health officials.3 years ago
Becky Bruce and John Wojcik
Salt Lake County will NOT extend mask mandate, county officials say
Salt Lake County will not extend its mask mandate, after the statewide mask mandate ends on April 10, though council members encourage the public to continue to follow health guidelines.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Salt Lake County Mayor calls for people to continue to wear masks
Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson is calling on everyone to continue to wear masks for the foreseeable future, no matter what the decision is.3 years ago
John Wojcik
Murray restaurant owner says he’ll keep mask requirements
Some restaurant owners across Utah are planning to keep a mask requirement, despite the statewide mask mandate ending this week.3 years ago
Mary Richards
BYU research shows teens need in-person school but more sleep
Researchers say the teens who couldn't go to school in person had better mental health by getting more sleep in those remote or virtual environments.3 years ago
Colby Walker
CDC updates COVID-19 cleaning guidance
The CDC has issued an update to its guidance for cleaning and disinfecting homes and other areas to protect against COVID-19.3 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Utah Jazz will require masks after statewide mandate ends
A Utah Jazz official said the mask requirement is mandated by the National Basketball League and will not change on April 10.3 years ago
Paul Nelson
Artwork honoring COVID-19 frontline medical workers unveiled at Intermountain Medical Center
A new tribute to frontline medical workers for their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic was unveiled at Intermountain Medical Center.3 years ago
