Health
Emma Keddington
Utah launches furnace filter exchange program to improve indoor air quality
The initiative will provide 100 families on the west side of Salt Lake City with respiratory-safe furnace filters, for free.4 months ago
Britt Johnson
Prescription drug imports from Canada create “murky water,” pharmacy owner says
Following the FDA's granting of permission to Florida for prescription drug imports from Canada, one Utah pharmacy owner hopes the Beehive State doesn't follow suit.4 months ago
Michelle Lee
A little strength training goes a long way
Let’s Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos spoke with Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength, to learn how strength training benefits our health.4 months ago
Tami Luhby, CNN
FDA approves first state request to import drugs from Canada
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved Florida’s request to import certain drugs from Canada.4 months ago
Curt Gresseth
State program aims to keep driving down price of insulin for all Utahns
A Utah lawmaker said a state program that buys insulin in bulk to lower drug prices for state employees is available to all diabetic Utahns.4 months ago
Tami Luhby, CNN
More Americans can now get insulin for $35
Drugmakers have come under fire for years for steeply raising the price of insulin, which is relatively inexpensive to produce.4 months ago
Aimee Cobabe, KSL NEWSRADIO and Lindsay Aerts, KSL TV
Man killed in Delta jet engine at SLC Airport had a manic episode, family says
The family said that Kyler Efinger missed his flight on Monday. He was on his way to see his dying grandfather in Denver.4 months ago
Britt Johnson
Intermountain Health’s Care at Home program reaches 1,000 patients
Intermountain Health reached the milestone in their new Hospital-Level Care at Home program after being in service since May of 2020.4 months ago
Aimee Cobabe
54 people recovering from carbon monoxide poisoning in Monroe
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said 54 people in Monroe had symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning during and after church.4 months ago
Hugo Rikard-Bell
Suicide rates in veterinarians far exceed national average, what can be done?
High suicide rates in veterinarians have been attributed to stressors like large workloads, low pay and difficult client relations.4 months ago
Emma Keddington
Give yourself grace and achievable goals for your New Year’s resolution, therapist says
It might be tempting to make a grand New Year's resolution but you might be setting yourself up for anxiety and disappointment.4 months ago
Meg Tirrell, CNN
‘A huge shock to the system’: Doctors warn about asthma inhaler switch coming in January
Doctors express concern after Manufacturer GSK has said it’s discontinuing the branded asthma inhaler Flovent.4 months ago
BARBARA ORTUTAY and HALELUYA HADERO
Social media companies made $11 billion in US ad revenue from minors, Harvard study finds
The researchers say stronger regulations and greater transparency from tech companies could help alleviate harms to youth mental health.4 months ago
Michelle Lee
The Mediterranean way of eating
Let’s Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos spoke with Suzy Karadsheh, Founder of The Mediterranean Dish, to learn the Mediterranean way of eating.4 months ago
Mariah Maynes
Psychologist provides advice for easing holiday stress
While often called magical, the holiday season can also be stressful. Dr. Tom Golightly, a clinical psychologist, said that holiday stress is common.4 months ago
Aimee Cobabe
Norovirus spreading quickly in Utah, experts say ‘wash your hands’
Norovirus is spreading in Utah and experts say you really don't want to get it. Symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea.4 months ago
Amanda Musa, CNN
With a new Covid-19 variant on the rise, here’s how to stay safe this holiday season
Everyone 6 months and older should get the updated Covid-19 vaccine and a flu shot, the CDC recommends. Both are available now at retail pharmacy chains.4 months ago
Katia Hetter, CNN
Santa needs you to get your kids to sleep on Christmas Eve. Here’s how
Sleep expert Dr. Raj Dasgupta gives tips on getting children to sleep despite the excitement of Christmas Eve.4 months ago
Mariah Maynes
A look into the surgeon general’s efforts against loneliness epidemic
Following the issuance of a public health warning about loneliness, the surgeon general has been visiting college campuses to promote social connection.4 months ago
Devin Oldroyd
Understanding chronic fatigue syndrome
Millions of Americans have hard-to-diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome. But there is one very specific symptom that doctors should know about.4 months ago
Curt Gresseth
TSA shares travel tips for the holidays
Have travel plans for the holidays? A TSA spokeswoman provides tips for passing through airport security quickly and smoothly.4 months ago
Emma Keddington
Doctor warns Utahns to be aware of air pollutant levels
A doctor at Intermountain Health warns Utahns to protect themselves during weeks with higher levels of air pollution, like this one.4 months ago
MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer
Chronic fatigue syndrome is not rare, affects 3.3 million U.S. adults
Chronic fatigue is characterized by at least six months of severe exhaustion not helped by bed rest.4 months ago
