Health

Brian Mitzman stands next to the da Vinci SP robotic system, which helped him complete the first si...
Joe Wirthlin

First single-port thoracic procedure via da Vinci SP robotic system performed in Utah

Another honor can be bestowed upon the name of da Vinci. Specifically, the da Vinci SP robotic system.
9 months ago
Chef Manuel Gonzalez shows a completed burger as he works in the Grassy Cow food truck on Friday, A...
Joe Wirthlin

Avoid eating food at unpermitted food vendors, health officials warn

Potential customers are warned to ensure they purchase food from vendors who have valid health department permits in their name.
9 months ago
Education Secretary Linda McMahon speaks in the Oval Office of the White House before President Don...
Associated Press

Trump administration must restore grants for school counselors, judge rules

The grants were intended to help schools hire more counselors, psychologists and social workers, with a focus on rural and underserved areas of the country.
9 months ago
FILE - Clockmakers Rich Finn, left, and Tom Erb adjust the time zone controllers on a series of clo...
Associated Press

Here’s what happens to your body when clocks ‘fall back’ an hour

Plan on a glorious extra hour of sleep as most of America “falls back” into standard time. But make sure to get outside for some morning sun, too — it’ll help your body clock reset faster.
9 months ago
FILE - In this May 14, 2008 file photo, cartons of eggs are displayed for sale in the Union Square ...
Joe Wirthlin

M.C.I Foods Inc. recalls ready-to-eat breakfast burritos, wraps due to possible listeria contamination

M.C.I. Foods Inc. is recalling more than 90,000 lbs of ready-to-eat breakfast products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
9 months ago
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Christina Larson, Associated Press

Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening

Over the past two decades, live performances and recorded music have flowed into hospitals and doctors’ offices as research grows on how songs can help ease pain.
9 months ago
Participants at the first-ever "Social Health Games" on Friday, Oct. 17....
Emma Benson, KSL TV

Utahns come together for ‘Social Health Games’ to build real-life connections

Before the big rivalry game between BYU and Utah, some Utahns spent the day participating in a different kind of contest, one focused on connection over competition.
9 months ago
FILE - The Supreme Court in Washington, June 30, 2024. The court is considering whether state bans ...
Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press

Supreme Court seems skeptical about state bans on ‘conversion therapy’ for LGBTQ+ kids

A majority of Supreme Court justices seem to be leaning in favor of a Christian counselor who is challenging bans on LGBTQ+ “conversion therapy” for kids.
9 months ago
FILE: Paige Clem, Utah Cowgirl Collective, works with her horse in Ogden on Thursday, June 20, 2024...
Britt Johnson

West Nile virus spikes among horses

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food wants all horse owners to vaccinate their animals against West Nile virus. 
10 months ago
Chicken product maker Foster Poultry Farms is recalling more than 3.8 million pounds of chicken cor...
Associated Press

Foster Poultry Farms recalls nearly 4 million pounds of chicken corn dogs due to wood in batter

The chicken corn dog products were made between July 30, 2024, and Aug. 4, 2025, and sold under a variety of names.
10 months ago
An 8-year-old talks about her day and her feelings as facilitators from the Canary Garden listen. T...
Andy Cupp

Hope amid heartache: Understanding how faith and knowledge can help move a person through the grieving process

Though grief can seem insurmountable, there are ways to make your way through it including understanding the phases of grief. Leaning on your faith is another important tool.
10 months ago
Audience members listen to speakers as Wheatley Institute joins Wesley Theological Seminary and Des...
Simone Seikaly

Setting the example of civil dialogue in the wake of political violence

In a KSL NewsRadio special on civil dialogue, hosts Greg Skordas and Holly Richardson explore how society is affected by recent events in America.
10 months ago
Less than 24 hours after money to keep the federal government running ran out, one U.S. senator pre...
Simone Seikaly

US government shutdown could last ‘a couple of weeks,’ says Sen. John Curtis

Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, said the shutdown "feels like a longer one, because of the positions that everybody has staked out."
10 months ago
A sign at Mountain View Family Therapy is pictured on Sept. 29, 2025. A Utah therapist says many pa...
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

Utah therapist shares how parents can help kids cope with tragedy

A Utah therapist says many parents want to shield their kids from tragedy, but in today’s world, that is nearly impossible.
10 months ago
FILE - Shoppers walk from the Walmart store, Aug. 14, 2025, in Manchester, N.H. The Utah Department...
Devin Oldroyd

After death in Utah linked to Listeria, health officials issue alert for ready-to-eat pasta meals

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is issuing a health alert after a Utahn died due to listeria related to ready-to-eat pasta meals sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's.
10 months ago
Co-owner Marc Ost at Eric's Rx Shoppe holds a box of COVID-19 vaccines as he unpacks a shipment in ...
Michelle Lee

Utahns no longer need prescriptions to receive COVID-19 vaccine, officials say

In a press release, DOPL Division Director Mark Steinagel stated that this announcement follows recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
10 months ago
An image of State Fair Corndog packaging from Hillshire Brands that had a Class I recall issued....
Joe Wirthlin

Food Safety and Inspection Service issues Class 1 recall on corn dog and sausage on a stick products

The Hillshire Brands Company, a subsidiary of Tyson Foods, issued a nationwide recall on Saturday of approximately 58 million pounds of corn dog and sausage on a stick products that may be contaminated with "extraneous material."
10 months ago
From right to left, Annie Larrabee, Marissa Kauffman, Elie Tibbs, Justin Tibbs pictured on Sept. 26...
Emma Benson, KSL TV

Utah’s first pediatric paired liver exchange saves two young girls

When Justin and Jasmyn Tibbs from St. George found out their seven-month-old daughter, Elie — who had a rare liver disorder called biliary atresia — needed a transplant, Justin immediately volunteered.
10 months ago
The Weber County School District Education Center is pictured in Washington Terrace on Friday, Oct....
Britt Johnson

Weber district schools prepare for measles with updated policies

Weber School District officials say they want a good game plan in place prior to any possible measles spread.
10 months ago
A microbiologist tests poultry samples collected from a farm located in a control area for the pres...
Jacob Freeman

Avian flu discovered at turkey farm in Sanpete County, officials say

Agriculture officials confirmed Friday that a "highly pathogenic" avian flu was discovered in a commercial turkey facility in Sanpete County.
10 months ago
FILE - A measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is displayed in Provo Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015. (Jeffrey...
Carlysle Price

Utah hits 41 measles cases, wastewater testing underway

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services said the number of measles cases in Utah has reached 41 Wednesday.
10 months ago
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 13: (L-R) Don Most, Ron Howard, Henry Winkler, Marion Ross and A...
Heather Kelly

TV show ‘Happy Days’ credited with saving millions of lives

Heimlich believed slapping someone on the back forced more air down their lungs, whereas thrusting on their abdomen forces air out along with whatever is stuck.
10 months ago
Phlebotomists Paul Darlington and Sariah Kenney set up Becky Watkins to donate platelets and plasma...
Mariah Maynes

Red Cross teams up with Snoopy to incentivize platelet donation

The American Red Cross is teaming up with a beloved cartoon character to incentivize people to donate platelets this autumn.
10 months ago
Kids play in a bounce house at Success On The Spectrum’s Autism Play Day, a free event for Americ...
Simone Seikaly

Utah autism community responds to Trump’s statements about Tylenol, autism

Autism educators in Utah respond to President Trump's announcement about Tylenol and autism.
10 months ago