Health

a large amount of mosquitos pictured at a utah mosquito abatement...
Dan Bammes

Mosquitos in Utah not likely to spread malaria, according to experts

The mosquitos found in Utah are more likely to be the kind to carry diseases like West Nile virus, not malaria.
10 months ago
Two women who work for a care facility in Orem were charged Tuesday with aggravated abuse in connec...
Simone Seikaly

2 women charged with aggravated abuse in connection to death of patient at Orem care facility

Prosecutors allege the women caused a "vulnerable adult" in their care to be placed in a situation in which he was endangered, which ultimately led to his death.
10 months ago
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning doctors and public health officials ab...
Jen Christensen

CDC issues warning about the first locally acquired cases of malaria in the US in 20 years

The CDC is warning healthcare professionals about several locally acquired cases of malaria. There hasn't been a locally acquired case of malaria in the United States in 20 years.
10 months ago
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Michelle Lee

Coping with poor air quality

Let’s Get Moving host Maria Shilaos spoke with Dr. Amanda Bakian to learn how we can cope with poor air quality.
10 months ago
You might think it's Florida or Arizona, but a new study ranks Utah as the top state for happy, hea...
Amie Schaeffer

Utah ranks high in number of happy, healthy senior citizens

Scenery, strong social ties, and less food insecurity all helped Utah in a new survey from United Health Foundation.
10 months ago
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Curt Gresseth

Which healthcare savings account is right for you?

Which is the better way to save on your healthcare costs: a Health Savings Account or a Flexible Spending Account? An expert joins the show to discuss the possibilities.
10 months ago
Adults in the study who took aspirin were 20% more likely to be anemic than those who didn’t take...
Brenda Goodman

A daily aspirin may lead to anemia in older adults, study says

Results of a five-year study found that adults who took low-dose aspirin were 20% more likely to be anemic than those who didn’t take it.
10 months ago
Monday is World Sickle Cell Day. The purpose is to increase the public knowledge and understanding ...
Mark Jones

Learning more about sickle cell disease and how it affects Black people

Dr. Richard Ferguson joined KSL NewsRadio to explain what sickle cell disease is and to help bring more awareness to it.
10 months ago
Staying up later can go hand and hand with alcohol and other vices that can affect both sleep and h...
Sandee LaMotte

A night owl may have unhealthy habits that lead to early death, study says

According to a new study, those people who stay up later may die earlier as a result of bad habits formed from staying up late.
10 months ago
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Devin Oldroyd

Do you know the signs of elder abuse?

Elder abuse is on the rise in Utah. Experts say people report thousands of cases each year. Do you know the signs?
11 months ago
Most of Utah supports LGBTQ protections. Pride Parade...
Amanda Dickson

Utah LGBTQ community highlights mental health during Pride Month

Utah statistics show half of LGBTQ children have thought about suicide. This is how one therapist says you can help.
11 months ago
People protest Poland's restrictive abortion law in Warsaw, Poland, on Wednesday June 14, 2023. Wom...
VANESSA GERA Associated Press

Thousands protest in Poland against strict abortion law after pregnant woman died of sepsis

Thousands of people have demonstrated across Poland against the country’s restrictive abortion law after a woman who was five months pregnant died of sepsis.
11 months ago
A voluntary recall was issued by Wawona Frozen Foods on their Organic DayBreak Blend frozen fruit p...
Carlos Artiles Fortun

Voluntary recall of Costco frozen fruit over Hepatis A concerns

The FDA warns the 4 pound Day Break Blend originally grown in Mexico may be contaminated with Hepatitis A.
11 months ago
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Michelle Lee

Athlete wellness rituals we can all put to use

Let's Get Moving host Maria Shilaos spoke with Dr. Dwight Chapin to learn about the seven wellness rituals we can all put to use.
11 months ago
FILE - Adderall XR capsules are displayed on Feb. 24, 2023. Drug shortages are growing in the Unite...
Devin Oldroyd

Seven months into Adderall shortage, expert offers advice

Now seven months into an Adderall shortage, many individuals have been left waiting several months for refills.
11 months ago
boppy newborn infant lounger pillows recalled over deaths...
Becky Bruce

Boppy Newborn Lounger pillow blamed in more infant deaths

The Boppy Newborn Lounger has been linked to more infant deaths than previously thought, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. 
11 months ago
A BYU psychologist tells Dave and Dujanovic that there are benefits to children being bored. Photo ...
Mark Jones

Are your children bored? Is it good or bad? An expert weighs in

A psychologist at BYU says there are some real benefits to children being bored.
11 months ago
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Michelle Lee

Don’t let an unhealthy gut ruin your life

Let’s Get Moving host Maria Shilaos spoke with Dr. Andrea Klemes to learn what an unhealthy gut is and when it's necessary to seek help.
11 months ago
If you think you're noticing more bats this summer, you're not imagining it. Summertime brings an u...
Mark Jones

Bat found in SLC tests positive for rabies, health expert weighs in

A bat recently found in Salt Lake City has tested positive for rabies. Nicholas Rupp, of the Salt Lake City Health Department, joined KSL NewsRadio to explain why it was tested.
11 months ago
A small outbreak of whooping cough was detected in Cache Valley, Utah. The Bear River Health Depart...
Waverly Golden

Small whooping cough outbreak in Cache Valley

A small outbreak of whooping cough was detected in Cache Valley, Utah. The Bear River Health Department says vaccination is the best preventative measure.
11 months ago
I’ve been working steadily for hours but feel as if I haven’t even started. My attention is bei...
Sandee LaMotte, CNN

Our attention span is shrinking, studies say, but focus is possible

Researchers say people are concentrating less on any one screen, and are taking longer to refocus on an active work project.
11 months ago
Data breach at University of Utah Health Plans...
Emily Ashcraft

U of U Health, Regence insurance warn they may not reach a contract

Regence said its negotiations focus on ensuring families and businesses don't have significant increases in premiums.
11 months ago
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Michelle Lee

Tackling the loneliness epidemic

Let's Get Moving host Maria Shilaos speaks with Dr. Holt-Lunstad to learn why we have a loneliness epidemic and how to overcome it.
11 months ago
Anxiety in children, especially teenage girls, is on the rise....
Amanda Dickson

Where is anxiety in children coming from?

Rates of anxiety in children have risen since the pandemic, but especially with increase use of social media.
11 months ago