Health
Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
12 Utahns Die From COVID; Nearly 20K More Vaccines Administered
Health officials reported nearly 20,000 more vaccines have been administered since Tuesday's data was released.3 years ago
KSL TV
Study: Younger Adults Are Biggest COVID Spreaders
A study suggests adults ages 20 - 49 are the biggest spreaders of coronavirus in the U.S.3 years ago
Matt Rascon, KSL TV
COVID Survivors May Only Need One Dose Of Vaccine, Studies Say
People who have been infected with COVID-19 may need just one dose of the vaccine, according to two new studies.3 years ago
Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
17 More Utah Residents Die From COVID-19, Hospitalizations Decrease
The Utah Department of Health on Tuesday reported 1,201 people tested positive for COVID-19, and 17 more have died.3 years ago
Shelby Hintze, KSL TV
Utahns With Disabilities Worried About Access To COVID Vaccines
Utah is working to vaccinate people who are at high risk of contracting COVID-19, starting with first responders, teachers and the elderly. But many worry there's a group facing severe consequences that is not yet a priority.3 years ago
Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
COVID Numbers Continue To Improve In Utah; Officials Urge Diligence
The number of new COVID-19 cases has steadily decreased over the past month, and on Monday, health officials reported 584 new cases.3 years ago
Associated Press
CDC Requires Face Masks On Airlines, Public Transportation
A new federal requirement for wearing face masks on airline flights and public transportation takes effect on Monday.3 years ago
Christina Maxouris and Holly Yan, CNN
COVID Hospitalizations Drop Across U.S., But January Was Deadliest Month Of Pandemic
For the first time in almost two months, less than 100,000 Americans are hospitalized for COVID-19.3 years ago
Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
7-Day Average Of Positive COVID Cases In Utah Continue To Drop
The downward trend for new COVID-19 cases is continuing.3 years ago
Jared Turner, KSL TV
Utah Passes 300K Vaccinations Administered; Reports 1,500 New Cases, 8 More Deaths
State health officials have reported an increase of less than 1,500 new coronavirus cases and the deaths of 8 more Utahns. They also reported a milestone in vaccination administration, reaching over 300,000 inoculations.3 years ago
Jed Boal
Researchers Find Severity Of COVID-19 Linked To Severity Of Pregnancy Complications
New research from the University of Utah shows the severity of COVID-19 is linked to the severity of complications in pregnancy. Those with mild cases may have no complications, but researchers said they hope this will help doctors as they counsel pregnant patients.3 years ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Intermountain To Build Saratoga Springs Medical Campus
Officials with Intermountain Healthcare announced they will build a medical campus in Saratoga Springs.3 years ago
Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
UDOH: 35 More Utahns Have Died From COVID; Report Includes Numbers From 2 Days
The Utah Department of Health erroneously reported zero new deaths on Thursday. That data has been added to Friday's report.3 years ago
Morgan Wolfe and Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
Johnson & Johnson Lower-Efficacy Vaccine Would Still Help Herd Immunity, Doctor Says
Gov. Spencer Cox said the approval of the Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca vaccines would open the door for more groups of people to be vaccinated.3 years ago
Aley Davis, KSL TV
Why A Fitness Trampoline Can Offer The Perfect At-Home Workout This Winter
Finding motivation and the resources to exercise in the winter — especially during a pandemic — can be challenging, but one Utah woman is getting creative and jumping right into it.3 years ago
LAURAN NEERGAARD and LINDA A. JOHNSON, Associated Press
J&J 1-Dose Shot Prevents COVID-19, But It’s Not As Effective As Others
Johnson & Johnson said the single-shot vaccine was 66% effective overall at preventing moderate to severe illness.3 years ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV
Intermountain Healthcare Sets Record For Organ Transplants In 2020
Officials with Intermountain Healthcare said they performed a record 222 organ transplants in 2020 after restructuring their program to include extra precautions for COVID-19.3 years ago
Andy Rose, CNN
Health Workers Stuck In Snow Administer COVID Vaccine To Stranded Drivers
Unlike many who have to drive miles to get a Covid-19 vaccine, some travelers in southwestern Oregon had the vaccine come to them Tuesday under treacherous weather conditions.3 years ago
Morgan Wolfe & Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
2 Million Utahns Have Now Been Tested For COVID-19; No New Deaths Reported
Health officials reported 1,761 additional Utahns have tested positive for COVID-19. More than 2 million residents have been tested so far.3 years ago
Matthew Jacobson, KSL TV
UDOH: Suicides, Drug Overdoses Did Not Increase During Pandemic
According to preliminary data, deaths from suicides and drug overdoses did not increase in Utah during the pandemic.3 years ago
RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR, Associated Press
New Biden Health Care Orders Begin To Unspool Previous Administration’s Policies
The White House says Biden on Thursday plans to sign orders on a range of issues including getting more Americans covered and removing curbs on abortion counseling.3 years ago
Ashley Moser, KSL TV
Antibody Treatment Expands In Utah To Help Reduce COVID Hospitalizations
A treatment known as monoclonal antibody therapy is becoming more well-known for reducing COVID-19 related hospitalization in patients at high risk.3 years ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Salt Lake County Unveils Mobile Vaccination Centers
The Salt Lake County Health Department unveiled a pair of mobile health centers Wednesday that will be used to assist with COVID-19 vaccinations.3 years ago
