Your Life Your Health

Elbert Dansie added handrails at the front of his home for more stability. About 50% of adults in t...
Aley Davis

How To Prevent Yourself From Falling As You Age

As the weather begins to change this fall season, it’s time to think about a different kind of fall. About 50% of adults in their eighties fall down in any given year either in their home or on slick surfaces, according to officials.
5 years ago
Laura Munn tried everything to get rid of the lice in her daughter's hair....
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Creepy Crawlers: How To Avoid Head Lice This Fall Season

With school in session for more than a month now, kids have had plenty of time to share germs and other crawly bugs. Studies show head lice is a common risk this time of year.
5 years ago
Peyton Bisquera shows off her jersey from the year she played girls football and suffered a concuss...
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High School Athlete Hangs Up Cleats Following Concussion Recovery

High school sports are in full swing this fall and with them, the risk of a concussion is high. For Your Life Your Health, Aley Davis reports on the signs and symptoms parents should be aware of before their child walks on the field.
5 years ago
Gauri Mohan said distraction is one of her best strategies for coping with her chronic pain. Garden...
Aley Davis

Strategies For Managing Never-Ending Chronic Pain

Pain is a necessary signal our bodies send to alert us that something is wrong, but sometimes never-ending pain can be debilitating. One Park City woman is developing strategies to learn how to cope when the pain doesn’t go away.
5 years ago
Chip Hlavacek and his wife Debra Hlavacek don't take chances. They always put sunscreen on when the...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

South Jordan Melanoma Survivor Urges People To Wear Sunscreen

Pool days are coming to a close with the start of school approaching, but the sun is still shining and the risk of developing a deadly form of skin cancer is very real. One South Jordan man knows firsthand.
5 years ago
Sixty-year-old Mike Jorgensen does physical therapy with Intermountain Healthcare's Allison Merrell...
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Park City Man Manages Parkinson’s Disease By Learning To ‘Move Big’

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder affecting an individual's every movement. Experts say there is currently no cure, but staying active is one way to fight back.
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Park City Man Loses Weight, Builds Muscle With Help Of BOD POD

Working out consistently and not seeing results on the scale can be extremely frustrating, but paying attention to a different number could be the answer.
5 years ago
Shauna Bennett and her husband are the grandparents of almost 14 grandchildren....
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Utah Woman Turns To Acupuncture To Find Neck Pain And Migraine Relief

Managing pain can be a long road, especially when you are tired of constantly taking painkillers. One Utah woman who turned to traditional Chinese medicine for relief instead.
5 years ago
Brian Tolbert walks on an antigravity treadmill which reduces his body weight and also the impact o...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Endurance Athlete Uses Antigravity Treadmill In Recovery After Tearing Achilles Tendon

A Park City athlete who was recently injured is using technology originally created for astronauts in space to now recover on Earth.
5 years ago
Summer Anderson said lifting weights has helped her realize she could be strong, but still be femin...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Why Women Should Start Picking Up Weights In The Gym

Bench pressing or lifting heavy weights in the gym can be intimidating and overwhelming, but health experts agree there are benefits, especially for women, to picking up a set of dumbbells.
5 years ago
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Lehi Woman’s Post About Impact Of Husband’s Suicide Is Saving Lives

Suicide can be difficult to talk about but it's something a Lehi woman isn't shying away from even after losing her husband to it. Dani Bates said one night in March, her husband didn’t come home.
5 years ago
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Provo Runner Manages Iron Deficiency To Improve Athletic Performance

Exercising can be challenging, and adding health complications can make it even more difficult. But one Provo athlete won’t let anything stop her.
5 years ago
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Mother Shares Story After Son Nearly Drowned In Neighborhood Pool

Many people are enjoying the holiday by the pool with family and friends, but if you're not careful the fun could end in only a matter of seconds.
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Know Before You Tow: How To Safely Pull A Boat

Boaters are getting away to the lake over the long holiday weekend. Sadly, fatal crashes involving trucks pulling a trailer are two times higher during the summer months. Brush up on the basics before you hit the road.
5 years ago
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8-Year-Old Utah Girl Survives Stroke Thanks To Family, Medical Personnel’s Quick Actions

Although strokes are more common in people 65 years or older, this serious "brain attack" can actually affect anyone — men, women, and even children.
5 years ago
Bill Fowler and his ten-year-old son, Liam Fowler, are training for a triathlon at an early morning...
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Stay-At-Home Lehi Dad Makes Healthy Snacking Easy For His Active Family

It's easy for growing kids to sneak into the pantry for a quick snack, but one Utah stay-at-home dad is prepared to make sure those choices are healthy.
5 years ago
Ballet barre class is a hybrid fitness class combining class ballet moves with Pilates and yoga....
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Ballet Barre Class Helps Utah Women Improve Core Strength For Everyday Activities

It may be tempting to only exercise your biceps or quads when you’re on a time crunch at the gym. If you’re not careful, you could forget some of the most important muscles, including your core.
5 years ago
: Dodgeball is a classic sport that brings you back to the school yard....
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Why Dodgeball Isn’t Just For The Schoolyard Kids

Formal exercise at a gym or aerobics class isn’t for everyone, but there are still ways to stay active. One group is throwing it back to elementary school to remind you.
5 years ago
Nine-year-old Kloe loves dogs, but sadly she is allergic to them....
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9 Year Old Finds Relief Through Allergy Immunotherapy Shots

Spring means warmer weather, beautiful flowers, and sometimes lots of sneezing and coughing. If you're tired of taking antihistamines for allergies, there's a treatment option for that.
5 years ago
Liz Young, a yoga instructor at the LiVe Well Center, is teaching Mark Olsen stretches he can take ...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

12 Stretches To Try At Your Desk During The Workday

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The daily grind of sitting at a desk Monday through Friday can get old pretty quickly. Try mixing up the workday with these simple stretches you can do at your desk. Healthy habits from the start From swimming, biking, and surfing, to hiking and golfing, Mark Olsen can’t seem to […]
5 years ago
Janssen Bradshaw reads with her three of her girls....
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How To Create Daily Reading Habit For Yourself, With Children

Healthy habits go beyond just diet and physical exercise — stimulating our brains is just as important. One young mother has found a way to keep her family's minds active together.
5 years ago
Chase Murdock has completed ten percent of his goal to run every single street in Salt Lake City....
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One Utahn Sets Goal To Run Every Street In Salt Lake City

One Utahn has set a goal some would never consider — and he's doing so in great strides.
5 years ago
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Orem Family Reaps Physical And Mental Health Benefits In Community Garden

With plenty of sunshine out, one Orem family is kicking off the gardening season early this year to celebrate Earth Week. They hope to reap the health benefits of getting their hands in the dirt.
5 years ago
Katy Adams and Cynthia Nelson are competing in Tremonton's Sloth-a-thon. They have a month to finis...
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‘I Have A Whole Month To Do It,’ Racers Compete In Tremonton’s Sloth-A-Thon

The thought of finishing a triathlon feels overwhelming to many: biking 112 miles, running a full marathon, and even swimming. But two women in Tremonton are tackling it a different way.
5 years ago

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