Emma Benson

‘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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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. 
3 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.
3 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. 
3 months ago

Intermountain program helps seniors fight joint pain, recover from surgery

Ruth Norton has had her fair share of health challenges, including double-knee surgery, open-heart surgery, and breast cancer. 
3 months ago

‘The place we love isn’t healthy’: Millcreek couple weighs decision of moving due to poor air quality

No one is immune to the dangers of air pollution. What if you had to choose between staying in Utah while risking a premature death, or leaving behind family, your career, and your roots to move somewhere new for the sake of your health? One Millcreek couple is facing that exact scenario. #yourlifeyourhealth
3 months ago

How childbirth education classes can help moms prepare for labor

Intermountain Health is offering prenatal courses for parents that cover everything from pregnancy to labor and delivery to postpartum care.
4 months ago

‘You can actually find joy again’: Why Utahns are at higher risk for seasonal affective disorder, how to cope

Seasonal affective disorder affects about 10% of Utahns, according to a Huntsman Mental Health Institute doctor.
4 months ago

‘He lives in our memories’: Community commemorates 10-year anniversary of Sgt. Cory Wride’s death

Jan. 30 marks 10 years since Sgt. Cory Wride was shot and killed in the line of duty. 
4 months ago

American Fork woman speaks out after her car was broken into at a funeral service

Mandy Draney pulled into Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery for her cousin's burial service on Saturday afternoon. She returned to her car just 20 minutes later, only to find that all of her belongings were gone.  
4 months ago

Preventing child abuse: how parents can get help before it’s too late

In Utah, there are more than 10,000 child abuse cases per year, higher than the national average.
4 months ago

Are you at risk for kidney disease? 

Steve Adams is not afraid of making friends, even at the dialysis center. 
4 months ago

Son of longtime KSL anchor Dick Nourse needs dangerous surgery

A long-time member of the KSL family needs your thoughts and prayers.
4 months ago

New treatment helps Midway man live with advanced prostate cancer

Approximately one out of eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Chris Pendleton, of Midway, was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. Thanks to a new treatment, he can continue to enjoy doing the things he loves.
4 months ago

Avalanche mitigation efforts could close more roads this weekend

With the recent snow and more coming, UDOT was busy with avalanche control work to ensure the safety of those recreating.
4 months ago

‘Not viruses to mess around with’: Experts urge caution during ongoing ‘tripledemic’

Experts say though not as severe as last year, this winter we're seeing another "tripledemic" – rising cases of COVID-19, flu and RSV in Utah.
4 months ago

Parking restrictions are in effect for Big and Little Cottonwood canyons

Fresh powder is exciting for people heading up the mountains this weekend, but local officials are warning visitors of the new parking restrictions.
4 months ago

Safe on the slopes: how to prevent winter sports injuries

Winter sports are a great way to have some fun during the cold months, but whether you're a novice or an expert, it's important to be aware of the risk of injury.
4 months ago

Officials remind you to celebrate responsibly this New Year’s Eve

The countdown to 2024 is on, and law enforcement is reminding Utahns to celebrate responsibly this weekend.
5 months ago