Your Life Your Health

FILE: Caryn Allen is a mother to four kids and is trying to take a more mindful approach to setting...
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How to Set Mindful Health Goals for 2021

As we move into the second week of the new year, it's not too late to take a look at your health goals. Rather than focusing on the scale, one Utah woman is taking a different, more mindful approach.
3 years ago
Becoming a homeschool teacher in 2020 made Tara Bekker realize she can meet realistic resolutions a...
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Psychiatrist Suggests Mental Health, Mindfulness Goals For 2021

Many of us dread making New Year's goals, but 2021 will present a special opportunity. When times became tough, a Utah family dug deep and found it's shaping their intentions for the new year.
3 years ago
Jessica Preece, a professor in Provo, got a new puppy and chickens as consolation prizes in a rough...
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Having Realistic Expectations For 2021 Is Important, Doctors Warn

Many of us are banking on 2021 being a better year but the reality is we face many months before life starts getting back to normal. Experts say there are dangers in having unrealistic expectations.
3 years ago
Angelina makes peanut clusters for their neighbors and friends with two of her four children, Abaga...
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Utah Family Finds Ways To Embrace Slower Holiday Season Despite Change In Traditions

This holiday season looks very different for many families, without many of the usual traditions. But different isn't always a bad thing. One Utah family has found a way to enjoy the slower pace this December.
3 years ago
Sheryl McGlochlin can't visit loved ones during the pandemic so she sends them "love notes in the s...
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Utah Woman Creates ‘Love Notes in the Snow’ For People She Can’t Visit During Pandemic 

Sometimes it takes a little bit of creativity to show our family and friends how much we love them when we can't visit with them in-person this year due to the pandemic. One Utah woman found a way to send the message loud and clear in nature.
3 years ago
Amber Smith and friends Tiffany Izzat, Regina Gulick and Dawna Francis go hiking. (KSL-TV)...
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How To Exercise In The Winter During The Middle Of A Pandemic

The cold winter weather, coupled with the ongoing pandemic, has made it extra challenging for many people to exercise the way they normally do.
3 years ago
Intermountain Healthcare's COVID Remote Patient Monitoring Program allows patients to measure their...
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Utah Woman Relying On Oximeter, COVID-19 Remote Patient Monitoring Program At Home

As hospitalizations surge, Intermountain Healthcare has found creative ways to care for some patients without placing unnecessary burdens on the health care system.
3 years ago
Melody Jensen says cross training is really important to her to prevent injuries. (KSL TV)...
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Utah Athlete Finds Joy In Running Despite Canceled Races This Year

Finding ways to exercise during the pandemic without the same resources as before has proven to be a difficult task for some. One Utah athlete has found renewed purpose in her training despite canceled races.
3 years ago
Jessica Bland (second from the left) started a Show and Tell group on Zoom to stay socially active ...
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Tips To Avoid Effects Of Social Isolation Brought On By Pandemic

By wearing masks and social distancing we many have avoided COVID-19, but chances are several people have been unable to dodge one of its serious side effects – social isolation. No one is immune, but there are some things you can do about it.
3 years ago
(Ric Rogers was diagnosed with stage 3A colon cancer at age 39. Photo provided by Ric Rogers)...
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Colon Cancer Survivor Urges People To Not Put Off Colonoscopy During Pandemic

The National Cancer Institute estimates more than 10,000 people may die from otherwise preventable cancers because of delayed screening during the COVID-19 pandemic. One Utah man is grateful he went in for colon screening when he noticed he wasn't feeling well.
3 years ago
Kami Christensen started writing down ten things she is grateful for every day last year. She says ...
Aley Davis

How Being Grateful Can Improve Mental, Physical Health

Many people have shared messages of gratitude all over social media during the week of Thanksgiving. Experts say expressing thanks goes beyond just feeling good — it turns out there are actual health benefits that come from being grateful.
3 years ago
Michael Wall is a composer, performer and educator. He is a faculty member at the University of Uta...
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Salt Lake Professor And Musician Encourages Other Men To Care For Their Mental Health

Men throughout Utah are participating in No Shave November this month. It's not just a time to grow facial hair, but also a time to reflect on men's health — both physical health and mental well-being.
3 years ago
The Merrill family loves to play games together to stay busy during the pandemic.  (KSL TV)...
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Meet Emotional Needs Of Children While Protecting Your Parents From COVID-19

CEDAR CITY, Utah – The coronavirus has provided unique challenges for multigenerational families living under the same roof. A Cedar City family has found ways to keep their grandfather healthy and meet the social and emotional needs of their children. When Susan Merrill moved her family to Utah two years ago, she took her 84-year-old […]
4 years ago
Oliva Brockman says she loves to come home from school and hold her little brother, Jack Brockman. ...
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44-Year-Old Kaysville Mother Delivers Surprise Baby With Help Of A Midwife

Some women may be feeling apprehensive about giving birth at a hospital during the pandemic. With extensive COVID-19 testing process in place and a team of providers ready to assist, experts say it's safe. One mom is grateful she had a midwife by her side when she delivered her surprise baby as an older mother.
4 years ago
Lynda Callister was diagnosed with breast cancer in November of 2016 and had a double mastectomy an...
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Ogden Breast Cancer Survivor Urges Regular Screening

Due to the pandemic, many organized group walks for Breast Cancer Awareness month have been canceled this year, but that hasn't stopped those who are passionate about the cause from showing support. One Ogden couple is still finding ways to make strides against breast cancer.
4 years ago
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Roy Cyclist Encourages Others To Stay Active After Quadruple Heart Bypass Surgery

More than 30 million Americans suffer from heart disease, putting them at risk for premature death. Despite setbacks, one Utah man is living life to his fullest and reaping the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
4 years ago
Kai Papenfuss wore his king crown as he walked with his sister, Kyrie, in the neighborhood Disney t...
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Journey to ‘Disneyland’ Helps Orem Man Navigate Life During Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has posed unique challenges for everyone, but especially for one Orem man with Down syndrome whose routine was flipped upside down. With one goal in mind, a little exercise and some Disney magic, things started to look up.
4 years ago
Ten-year-old Xander Wilde holds his mom's hand while getting his flu shot at Bennion Elementary Sch...
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Why It’s Especially Important To Get A Flu Shot This Year

A new survey reveals just 59% of American adults plan to get the flu vaccine this year, according to the National Foundation for Infectious Disease.
4 years ago
Leslie Bruce and her family were in a horrific car crash when her son, Zyon, was just 18-months old...
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Draper Mom Urges Other Parents To Secure Car Seats After Surviving Crash

One Draper woman said she's grateful her baby was properly secured when she got in a crash years ago, and now she's educating parents about the right way to install their child's car seat.
4 years ago
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Utahns With Diabetes At Greater Risk For Complications From COVID-19

Studies show the risk of death or complications related to COVID-19 are four times greater for those with diabetes, which affects more than 150,000 Utahns. One West Jordan man said he's grateful his chronic illness was under control when he got the coronavirus.
4 years ago
From a list of 100 symptoms, Tressa Smith highlighted the 75 she has personally experienced in the ...
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COVID-19 ‘Long Haulers’ Face Prolonged Illness Months After Testing Positive

For many, COVID-19 has turned into a prolonged illness with symptoms lasting beyond the duration of the initial virus. A West Haven woman is one of the hundreds of Utahns trying to navigate their lives after the illness.
4 years ago
Jenny Johnson with the Utah Department of Health says safety at school demands the effort of the en...
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Sandy Family Makes Back-To-School COVID-19 Precautions Top Priority

As several Utah districts head back to school this week, it’s more important than ever for parents to help prepare their children for classes. One Sandy family is making safety part of their everyday routine.
4 years ago
Intermountain Healthcare's Chanda Vaniman says most people don't devote enough time to self-care, e...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

The Mental & Physical Benefits Of Practicing Yoga During The Pandemic

In an ever-changing world, it may be hard to find time for yourself. Intermountain Healthcare's Chanda Vaniman said that's exactly what we need.
4 years ago
Nine-year-old Ben Blackhurst is going into the fourth grade this year at Windridge Elementary Schoo...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Back To School: What Parents Can Do To Help Emotionally Prepare Kids For Change

In addition to adding masks and sanitizing products to your back-to-school shopping list, it's important parents make sure their children are emotionally prepared for some of the changes coming their way.
4 years ago

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