Health

The Hart family...
Jodi Reynosa, KSL TV

A southern Utah couple’s journey through heartache, hope and ‘Hart’

From battling cancer and the premature death of their little girl, to an urgent bone marrow transplant to cure a rare form of stage three cancer, the Hart family knows struggle all too well.
8 months ago
FILE - Vials of the measles mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine are displayed in Lubbock, Texas, on Tue...
Jacob Freeman

At least 8 Wasatch High students infected with measles, officials confirm

Five students at Wasatch High School in Heber were confirmed to be infected with measles over the weekend, and two more students were suspected to have the virus.
8 months ago
Fans cheer after a San Antonio Spurs player missed two straight foul shots, winning the whole crowd...
Associated Press

Move. Cheer. Dance. Do the wave. How to tap into the collective joy of ‘we mode’

Recently, collective effervescence has been referred to as “we mode,” and it’s something that can be cultivated to improve your life.
8 months ago
A 20-year study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that adults who ...
Emma Benson, KSL TV

Hearing aids may reduce dementia risk by 61%, study says

New research shows that treating hearing loss early may do more than improve hearing — it could also protect your brain.
8 months ago
Bryce Gosney was deployed to Ramadi, Iraq, and Helmand Province, Afghanistan during his service in ...
Emma Benson, KSL TV

Former Marine helps other veterans cope with mental health struggles

The military teaches veterans they need to be constantly prepared. This mindset takes a toll on veterans' mental health when they return home.
8 months ago
doritos...
Dee-Ann Durbin

Doritos and Cheetos dial back the bright orange in new versions without artificial ingredients

Doritos and Cheetos are getting a makeover. PepsiCo said on Thursday that it’s launching toned-down versions of its bright orange snacks that won't have any artificial colors or flavors.
8 months ago
Clinic support supervisor May Fengmei Lin, CMA, displays a syringe of the Fluarix flu vaccine at In...
Britt Johnson

Health officials urge people to get vaccinated ahead of Thanksgiving

Most vaccines take about two weeks to be fully effective. But we have a little less than that until Thanksgiving.
8 months ago
A sign for ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, is displayed outside a building that ho...
Jonel Aleccia, AP Health Writer

A baby formula recall linked to an infant botulism outbreak is expanding. Here’s what to know

A California health official says the outbreak, which started in August, has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. No deaths have been reported.
8 months ago
25 of Utah's centenarian veterans were celebrated by Veterans Department....
Simone Seikaly

Beyond the parade: Needs of veterans extend past the day that honors them

There is a host of organizations that exist to help veterans maneuver through a return to civilian life. Sometimes, talking is a good place to start.
8 months ago
As winter rolls around, the Best Friends Animal Society warns pet owners about the importance of ke...
Joe Wirthlin

Keeping pets safe during cold winter months

With winter fast approaching, Best Friends Animal Society shared tips to ensure family pets can stay safe and healthy in the cold and snow.
8 months ago
A recycling non-profit's success is showing people like to recycle, they just don't know where to g...
Bryanna Willis

Recycling non-profit success shows people want to recycle, they just need a good way to do it

A recycling non-profit's success is showing people like to recycle, they just don't know where to go to do it.
8 months ago
A new piece of technology at Huntsman Cancer Institute is changing the way doctors diagnose and tre...
Emma Benson, KSL TV

Huntsman Cancer Institute introduces first Angio-CT in the Mountain West

A new piece of technology at Huntsman Cancer Institute is changing the way doctors diagnose and treat cancer. It combines two procedures into one.
8 months ago
Utah has the lowest rate of new lung cancer cases in the country, according to a new report by the ...
Josuee Sanchez

New report shows Utah has lowest number of new lung cancer diagnoses in the country

The report shows that for every 100,000 Utahns, there are about 25 new cases of lung cancer, which is only half the national average.
8 months ago
FILE: A wastewater treatment plant in Salt Lake City, one of the plants in Utah testing for measles...
Adam Small and Simone Seikaly

More measles cases reported in northern Utah, but not to the point of worry, one official said

Northern Utah has seen a few more cases of measles in the past months, officials cite high vaccination rates for keeping overall numbers low.
8 months ago
Infant botulism...
Associated Press

Infant botulism in 10 US states linked to formula being recalled

Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases in 10 states of infant botulism linked to baby formula that was being recalled, authorities said Saturday. No deaths have been reported.
8 months ago
water bottle...
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press

Yes, you do need to clean your water bottle. Here’s why and how

Reusable water bottles are a handy way to stay hydrated. However, experts warn the handy bottles can be a carrier of germs.
8 months ago
FILE - The label for a bottle of melatonin pills is seen in New York on Thursday, June 2, 2022....
Lauran Neergaard, AP Medical Writer

A study questions melatonin use and heart health but don’t lose sleep over it

Doctors have long known that too little or interrupted sleep raises the risk of heart disease. But heart experts say this kind of so-called observational study can't prove that melatonin use plays any role — instead of the insomnia patients were trying to treat.
8 months ago
A 22-year-old Utahn is on a 420-mile journey across Utah on foot in an attempt to raise money for s...
Raegan Edelman

Running for hope: 22-year-old journeys across Utah for suicide prevention

Adam Burns has struggled with his mental health for most of his life, and at times, he had absolutely no hope that the future would be any better. It was fitness and running that started to change things for him.
8 months ago
Jody deJonge, R.N., holds a multi-dose vial of the measles, mumps and rubella virus vaccination at ...
Raegan Edelman and Diana Jones

US in danger of losing its measles elimination status

Utah has seen a growing number of measles cases this year. The latest case being confirmed by the Utah County Health Department on Oct. 31. 
8 months ago
drugs...
Tom Murphy, Aamer Madhani and JoNel Aleccia

Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs

President Donald Trump unveiled a deal Thursday with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand coverage and reduce prices for their popular obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy.
8 months ago
Image of a child smiling after a dental exam in Concord, N.H., Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. The Food a...
Associated Press

FDA restricts use of kids’ fluoride supplements citing emerging health risks

The action stopped short of FDA statements in May suggesting regulators would seek the removal of certain fluoride products from the market.
9 months ago
President Donald Trump speaks about Tylenol and autism in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Mo...
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News

Autism and Tylenol: Poll shows Utahns’ thoughts on alleged link

Most Utah voters — just shy of three-fourths — have heard that the Trump administration believes acetaminophen use during pregnancy is linked to autism.
9 months ago
Vials of the measles, mumps and rubella virus vaccinations are stored in a freezer at the Salt Lake...
Bryanna Willis

Early measles vaccinations recommended as cases rise in Washington County

Early measles vaccinations are not generally recommended, but Utah health officials say the number of measles cases in Washington County has them altering their traditional practices.
9 months ago
Photo of a deer crossing sign taken in January 2020....
Kennedy Camarena

Daylight saving time can up the chances of hitting a deer

Daylight saving time is right around the corner, meaning it's more likely for drivers to hit a deer while driving in the evening.
9 months ago