Health
Pat Reavy
Beloved Utah firefighter dies after battle with cancer
A long-time Utah firefighter, beloved by many across the state, passed away Friday after battling cancer.17 hours ago
Emily Ashcraft
Intermountain Medical Center ranks first for well-matched kidney donations this year
A perfect kidney match can be hard to find, but Matt Evans' wife Cathy was able to get a kidney that was a perfect match for her transplanted on Tuesday because of the National Kidney Registry and its paired exchange program.19 hours ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
Herriman couple is suing CVS, says 5x Covid vaccine dose mistake caused health problems
A couple is suing a Utah CVS vaccination clinic, saying a nurse’s mistake led to the wife receiving five times the normal COVID-19 vaccine dose and caused serious health issues she’s still dealing with today.2 days ago
Emma Benson
Don’t wait: heart attack rapid response saves life of Utah dad
If you or a loved one were to experience a heart attack, time becomes a matter of life or death. KSL's Emma Benson shows us how a collaborative program at Intermountain Medical Center saved the life of an otherwise healthy patient.3 days ago
Mike Anderson
Rising population contributes to Utah’s air pollution, but air quality is improving over the long term
Experts say that despite poor air quality Thursday, pollution is decreasing in Utah over the long term thanks to reduced per-capita emissions.3 days ago
Brenda Goodman and Deidre McPhillips, CNN
The threat of respiratory illnesses is underway, CDC director says, and hospitalizations are on the rise
Dr. Mandy Cohen, director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, updated a congressional subcommittee Thursday about cases of respiratory illness in the US due to three viruses: flu, the coronavirus and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV.3 days ago
Lindsay Aerts
Student accused of attacking Kearns High teacher has special needs, district says
The Granite School district is now investigating what it calls an “egregious” attack on a teacher in the classroom. That teacher is said to be recovering, as is an Assistant Principal and a resource officer who assisted the teacher.4 days ago
Shelby Lofton
Park City vet thinks he’s treated dogs with mysterious respiratory illness
A Park City veterinarian suspects he has treated dogs with a mysterious respiratory illness reported in other states, but a state veterinarian says Utah still has no confirmed cases.4 days ago
Pat Reavy
Utahn paralyzed during Trolley Square mass shooting has died
One of the survivors of the 2007 mass shooting at Trolley Square, who was paralyzed after being shot multiple times, has died.5 days ago
Peter Rosen
Musician returning to stage following a traumatic brain injury
A Logan musician who had a traumatic brain injury and lost the ability and drive to make music is taking the stage again, thanks, in part, to his bandmates.6 days ago
Shelby Lofton and Larry D. Curtis
No official cases of canine illness reported in Utah, but symptoms showing up in sick dogs
Bryant Cunningham has watched his four-footed friend, a charcoal Labrador named Dakota, suffer from an illness for weeks.6 days ago
Mary Culbertson and Casey Scott, KSL TV
DABS: How to prevent underage drinking during the holidays
DABS advocates for the prevention of underage drinking, especially during the holidays. They provide resources on how, when, and why to have conversations with kids as early as 9 years old.6 days ago
Carole Mikita
Michael McLean returns for 32nd season of ‘The Forgotten Carols’
The beloved Christmas production, “The Forgotten Carols” returns for its 32nd season and back on stage this year is creator, Michael McLean.6 days ago
Shelby Lofton
Utah shelters prepare to take in more people under Code Blue protocol
A majority of Utah counties were in Code Blue status Sunday, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.6 days ago
Erin Cox
Utah Food Bank building 3 new locations to fight food inaccessibility on Navajo Reservation
For many, their dinner table may not look as full because there's a limited amount of grocery stores in their area and food can be hard to come by.10 days ago
Associated Press
To save the climate, the oil and gas sector must slash planet-warming operations, report says
The oil and gas sector, one of the major emitters of planet-warming gases, will need a rapid and substantial overhaul for the world to avoid even worse extreme weather events fueled by human-caused climate change, according to a report released Thursday.10 days ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
Deadly dog illness has Utah pet parents and businesses taking extra precautions
A mystery dog illness, proven to be sometimes deadly, has Utahns concerned about dogs. The sickness has not been found in Utah, but an outbreak has been reported in states close by.10 days ago
Alex Cabrero and Mary Culbertson, KSL TV
State of Utah to fund medical cannabis research at Utah universities
The state of Utah announced a new initiative that will fund medical cannabis research, highlighting how the drug interacts with other drugs and medical conditions. The studies will be in partnership with Utah State University and University of Utah Health.11 days ago
Sandee LaMotte, CNN
How to prevent a hangover
You had a little too much to drink last night, and now you’re nursing that dreaded morning aftermath — a hangover.11 days ago
Matthew Perrone, Associated Press
Several more children sickened by apple pouches tainted with lead, FDA says
More children were apparently sickened by apple puree pouches recently recalled due to dangerous lead contamination, the Food and Drug Administration said.11 days ago
Associated Press
Biden declares emergency over lead in water in US Virgin Islands
President Joe Biden declared an emergency over lead-in-water contamination in the U.S. Virgin Islands earlier this week after tests on St. Croix revealed levels more than 100 times the limits set by the Environmental Protection Agency – among the worst results a U.S. community has seen in decades.11 days ago
Emma Benson
‘Because of Hannah’: Utah mom who lost daughter to suicide provides resources for others
Laura Warburton remembers her daughter, Hannah, as a warrior.13 days ago
AMANDA SEITZ Associated Press
Additional COVID-19 tests available from government for free home delivery
Americans can order four free COVID-19 tests again online.13 days ago
