Emma Benson

Benefits of gratitude: The healthiest side dish

Tis the season of thanks, and research shows being grateful can have many health benefits.
7 days ago

Wellness farm in Bluffdale brings healing through animals, connection

This time of year can be lonely for a lot of folks, but a retreat and wellness farm in Bluffdale is helping people heal through a variety of ways — and today they celebrated a milestone.
12 days ago

Enjoy Thanksgiving with these healthy eating tips

With Thanksgiving just days away, Intermountain Health has some food safety tips and healthier versions of everyone's favorite foods.
13 days ago

Positively 50+: Recognizing family caregivers

One in five Utahns are unpaid caregivers for a family member or friend. National Family Caregivers Month is a chance to recognize and honor these selfless individuals who assist others.
13 days ago

Medical milestone: McKay-Dee Hospital celebrates 500 life-saving heart valve replacements

500 and counting. That's the number of life-saving TAVR procedures performed at Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital in the last eight years.
14 days ago

Park City aims to raise $5 million for local nonprofits during ‘Day of Giving’

A giving marathon is in its final hours in Park City, as the community is trying to raise $5 million for 135 nonprofits.
19 days ago

Intermountain providers reflect on 15 years of healthcare at Riverton Hospital

It's been 15 years since Intermountain Riverton Hospital opened its doors. It's grown into a robust medical facility serving the southwest part of the valley.
20 days ago

Utah Army veteran shares mental health journey, resources for others

Bryant Jacobs was serving in Iraq in 2004 when his vehicle was struck by an IED. He knew there was a long road to recovery ahead.
21 days ago

Kaysville city leaders speak out against using emissions building for warming center

Davis County is trying to find a home for its code blue shelter after one in Fruit Heights fell through due to pushback from residents.
26 days ago

‘He’s better than ever’: boy finds relief from seizures following neurosurgery 

Owen Jacobsen is a bright 12-year-old, actively involved in his school council, band, swim team, and MATHCOUNTS team. But what sets him apart? His resilience. 
27 days ago

Falling back: Health impacts of daylight saving time

It's time to fall back — daylight saving time officially ends Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 am, and while it's helpful to get a few extra ZZZ's, the change can throw off your sleep schedule.
1 month ago

New crisis receiving center in Price serving rural communities

When someone is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, a crisis-receiving center can serve as a safe alternative to a hospital. A new facility in Price is filling a critical need.
1 month ago

Trick or treat! Don’t forget these Halloween safety reminders 

Halloween is one of the most exciting nights for kids, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. 
1 month ago

Department of Public Safety to host annual Trunk or Treat, urges safety during Halloween festivities

The Utah Department of Public Safety is hosting its fourth annual Trunk or Treat event Friday, while reminding families to make safety a priority this holiday.
1 month ago

Utah survivor urges women to get screened this Breast Cancer Awareness Month

When Sheri Wiseman got her annual mammogram last March, she received unexpected news.
1 month ago

Utahn reunited with team who saved his life after triathlon heart attack

What would you say to the people who saved your life? Utahn Scott Smith, 47, was reunited Friday with the medical care team whose quick actions made all the difference for him.
2 months ago

Man shares his story of battle with prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Not everyone experiences symptoms, which is why it's important to get screened.
2 months ago

Intermountain receives major grant to improve care of mitral valve prolapse patients

Ever since he was young, Bill Beeston knew he had a heart murmur. But as time went on, the Provo man started having trouble doing daily tasks, like mowing the lawn.
2 months ago

‘Healing Tree’ mural helping patients cope with mental health

An art project at Utah Valley Hospital is providing a safe space for patients to express themselves.
2 months ago

Beware of harmful algal blooms while hunting in Utah, agencies say

With the start of waterfowl hunting season this weekend, experts are reminding hunters and recreators to watch out for harmful algal blooms.
2 months ago

What to know about the RSV immunization for babies

As many as 80,000 children under five are hospitalized each year due to RSV, according to the CDC. Respiratory syncytial virus is a common respiratory virus that affects 90% of kids before their second birthday and can cause severe lung infections.
2 months ago

Red cross, Calvary Baptist Church partner to fight hunger in Utah

The American Red Cross of Utah and the Salt Lake Calvary Baptist Church are teaming up to combat hunger.
2 months ago

‘I got my life back’: Utah man climbs equivalent of Mt. Everest one year after hip replacement

Craig Knight loves athletic challenges. Originally from Chicago, the Midway man has competed in various triathlons for more than 20 years. But a few years ago, he started having some pain in his right hip.
2 months ago

Utah clinic using new game-changing concussion diagnostic device

A new piece of technology is allowing doctors to determine whether a patient has had a concussion without a baseline test.
2 months ago