Health
Associated Press
Report: About as many abortions are happening in the US monthly as before Roe was overturned
The number of abortions performed each month is about the same as before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and the nationwide right to abortion more than a year and a half ago, a new report finds.2 months ago
Emma Benson
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
Emma Benson
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
Shelby Lofton
Utah family chooses Leap Day for their daughter’s birthday
A Utah family celebrated the birth of their new baby girl who was born on a day that only comes every four years.2 months ago
Shelby Lofton
How to find a legitimate and qualified mental health professional
A bill that would have regulated life coaching in Utah has hit a wall, and that has experts concerned for families seeking help.2 months ago
Mary Clare Jalonick and Stephen Groves, Associated Press
Republicans block Senate bill to protect nationwide access to IVF treatments
Senate Republicans have blocked legislation that would protect access to in vitro fertilization, objecting to a vote on the issue Wednesday even after widespread backlash to a recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court that threatens the practice.2 months ago
Mike Stobbe, The Associated Press
Older US adults should get another COVID-19 shot, health officials recommend
Older U.S. adults should roll up their sleeves for another COVID-19 shot, even if they got a booster in the fall, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.2 months ago
Karah Brackin
Get sneak peek inside Lehi Ronald McDonald Family Room
On Friday morning, KSL-TV got an exclusive look at the new Ronald McDonald Family Room at the Primary Children’s Hospital in Lehi.2 months ago
Kiersten Nunez
Utah faces unusual flu season with third pediatric death
The latest update from Utah Department of Health shows a third child has succumbed to influenza during the current season. Health experts are raising concerns over the unusual patterns the state is seeing this year.2 months ago
Emma Benson
‘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
Eliza Pace
New study shows alternating arm for vaccine doses may improve immunity
With two-dose vaccinations, getting one shot in each arm may improve immunity up to four-fold, a new study shows.2 months ago
Alex Cabrero
New Life Flight program will fly police dogs injured in the line of duty
A new program by Intermountain Health will allow for any police K-9 injured in the line of duty to be flown by Life Flight to receive medical treatment.2 months ago
Madeline Holcombe, CNN
Women see more benefits to their health with exercise than men, study suggests
The benefits of exercise are great for everyone – but may be even better for women, according to a new study.2 months ago
Karah Brackin
American Red Cross of Utah encourages families to donate during Presidents Day school break
Blood donations are needed every day of the year, but with school being out during the President's Day break, The Red Cross is taking the opportunity to educate.2 months ago
Taylor Nicioli
Is your ’emotional support water bottle’ causing overhydration?
Whether it be the latest prized Stanley cup or that 10-year-old plastic spout bottle you don’t go anywhere without, “emotional support water bottles” seem to be stuck to our sides and not going anywhere.2 months ago
Aileen Graef, CNN
Jimmy Carter’s spirit ‘as strong as ever’ after year in hospice, grandson says
Former President Jimmy Carter’s spirit is “as strong as ever” one year into hospice care, his grandson said.2 months ago
Jimmy Golen, The Associated Press
NBA champion, ‘Survivor’ contestant Scot Pollard is feeling great after heart transplant, wife says
NBA champion and “Survivor” contestant Scot Pollard is “awake and feeling great” a day after a heart transplant, his wife said Saturday on social media.2 months ago
Emma Benson
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
Emma Benson
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.2 months ago
Shelby Lofton
The Boob Bus’s mission is to improve Utah’s mammogram rate
A high number of Utah women don't get mammograms and a genetic counselor at the University of Utah is trying to change that.2 months ago
Madeline Holcombe, CNN
These simple activities can treat depression as effectively as therapy, study says
When a wave of depression hits, exercise may sound like the last thing you want to do. But a new study says it could be crucial to feeling better.2 months ago
Mira Cheng, CNN
FDA approves first treatment for severe frostbite
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved the first treatment for severe frostbite to reduce the risk of finger or toe amputation in adults.2 months ago
Ashley Imlay, KSL.com
St. George assisted living home warned by state after resident dies after being found in freezer
The state has put a St. George assisted living facility on conditional license status after the recent death of a resident who became trapped in the facility's kitchen freezer and later died.2 months ago
