Emma Benson

Utah family shares their experience with three boys who have autism

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and a Utah family wants share their personal experience of learning to adapt and grow with the disorder.
6 days ago

Everybody cut loose: Utah actress recalls experience filming ‘Footloose’

Remember the scene in "Footloose" when Ariel climbs out of her friends' moving car and tries to get into her boyfriend's truck? The driver – Ariel's friend, Edna – was played by then-19-year-old BYU acting student Kim Abunuwara.
11 days ago

Utah dad gets second chance at life thanks to bone marrow transplant

Utah dad hopes to meet the person who gave him second chance at life thanks to a bone marrow transplant.
13 days ago

‘Keep away’: Salt Lake City officials urge water safety amid spring runoff

Salt Lake City officials warn everyone of high waters near parks and trails as warm weather melts the mountain snow.
19 days ago

Get moving: How to manage stress with exercise 

If not managed well, stress can cause serious health problems. So, how can you exercise to manage stress?
20 days ago

How to keep your kids on a regular sleep routine to reduce stress

Experts emphasize that sleep is therapy, both physically and emotionally, which is why it's important to keep you and your kids on a regular sleep routine.
20 days ago

Finding relief for seasonal allergies

For many people – about 1 in 4 adults – spring allergies are inevitable. Dr. Glen Porter, an allergist with Intermountain Health, said you don't have to be miserable.
27 days ago

Utah students survive earthquake during visit to Taiwan

As recovery efforts continue in Taiwan after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake, a group of Utah students who are part of a Chinese immersion program were visiting a cultural site when the quake occurred.
27 days ago

‘You’re worth it’: Provo couple sheds light on living with bipolar disorder

12 years ago, Annalaura's mother passed away. That unexpected family death triggered Christian's first bipolar episode.
1 month ago

‘It’s different every day’: Understanding multiple sclerosis and its prevalence in Utah

March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, a chance to talk about this neurological condition which affects more than 30,000 Utahns.
1 month ago

‘We have excellent bridges’: UDOT assures infrastructure safety amid Baltimore collapse

The news out of Baltimore is tragic, and can cause us to wonder about the integrity of our own infrastructure here in Utah.
1 month ago

Utah mom, transplant recipient meets family of organ donor

When someone donates an organ, they give another person the gift of life. And many times, recipients and donors never get to meet each other, or thank their families. Well, a Utah mom was able to meet the family of her donor for the first time. Emma Benson caught up with them after their emotional reunion.
1 month ago

South Jordan combats water scarcity with new recycling water technology

As the Utah population grows, so does our need for clean water. One city is aiming to be more water-wise.
1 month ago

National Nutrition Month: How to talk about body image with your kids

March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign designed to promote informed eating choices and positive body image.
1 month ago

‘Bright and full of dreams’: Family remembers 17-year-old Reagan Fowler

The family of a 17-year-old who suddenly died this week - is sharing her story, as they recall what what happened that day and reflect back on their daughter's life.
2 months ago

‘Listen to your body’: Transplant survivor shares story for World Kidney Day

A kidney transplant survivor is warning others about kidney disease, including on World Kidney Day.
2 months ago

How to deal with the health effects of daylight saving time

It's that time of year again – we "spring forward" and spend some time feeling jet-lagged.
2 months ago

Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Survivor urges screenings, early detection 

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a chance to raise awareness of the number one cancer killer for men under 50, and number two for women under 50.
2 months ago

Sugar House hit and run victims speak out

Two Sugar House women are speaking out after they were involved in a hit-and-run.
2 months ago

Eating Disorders Awareness Week: How to recognize the signs and get help

Carrie Jackson said when the pandemic hit, her daughter, Emma, started showing signs of an eating disorder.
2 months ago

Strategies to lengthen your life

The CDC says, on average, women tend to live 5-7 years longer than men because men have a higher rate of cardiovascular disease, but there are simple, healthy ways to increase your life expectancy.
2 months ago

School bus driver hailed as hero for saving student lives after car ignored bus stop arm

A Jordan School District bus driver is being praised after he prevented a possible tragedy from happening to students. 
2 months ago

‘Cancer can affect anybody’: Utah couple processes pancreatic cancer diagnosis

Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. and often goes undetected until it's advanced. One Utah County man is fighting for more time with his loved ones.
2 months ago

Bill would lower qualifications to perform some eye surgeries

Everyone deserves quality access to eyecare – but a bill making its way through the Utah legislature is causing some controversy. 
2 months ago