Your Life Your Health
Emma Benson
Get moving: How to manage stress with exercise
If not managed well, stress can cause serious health problems. So, how can you exercise to manage stress?4 days ago
Ken Fall and Emma Benson
How to keep your kids on a regular sleep routine to reduce stress
Experts emphasize that sleep is therapy, both physically and emotionally, which is why it's important to keep you and your kids on a regular sleep routine.4 days ago
Emma Benson
Finding relief for seasonal allergies
For many people – about 1 in 4 adults – spring allergies are inevitable. Dr. Glen Porter, an allergist with Intermountain Health, said you don't have to be miserable.11 days ago
Emma Benson
‘It’s different every day’: Understanding multiple sclerosis and its prevalence in Utah
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, a chance to talk about this neurological condition which affects more than 30,000 Utahns.18 days ago
Emma Benson
National Nutrition Month: How to talk about body image with your kids
March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign designed to promote informed eating choices and positive body image.25 days ago
Emma Benson
‘Listen to your body’: Transplant survivor shares story for World Kidney Day
A kidney transplant survivor is warning others about kidney disease, including on World Kidney Day.1 month ago
Emma Benson
Colon Cancer Awareness Month: Survivor urges screenings, early detection
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a chance to raise awareness of the number one cancer killer for men under 50, and number two for women under 50.1 month 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
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
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
Emma Benson
‘The place we love isn’t healthy’: Millcreek couple weighs decision of moving due to poor air quality
No one is immune to the dangers of air pollution. What if you had to choose between staying in Utah while risking a premature death, or leaving behind family, your career, and your roots to move somewhere new for the sake of your health? One Millcreek couple is facing that exact scenario. #yourlifeyourhealth2 months ago
Emma Benson
How childbirth education classes can help moms prepare for labor
Intermountain Health is offering prenatal courses for parents that cover everything from pregnancy to labor and delivery to postpartum care.2 months ago
Emma Benson
Are you at risk for kidney disease?
Steve Adams is not afraid of making friends, even at the dialysis center.3 months ago
Emma Benson
New treatment helps Midway man live with advanced prostate cancer
Approximately one out of eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Chris Pendleton, of Midway, was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. Thanks to a new treatment, he can continue to enjoy doing the things he loves.3 months ago
Emma Benson
‘Not viruses to mess around with’: Experts urge caution during ongoing ‘tripledemic’
Experts say though not as severe as last year, this winter we're seeing another "tripledemic" – rising cases of COVID-19, flu and RSV in Utah.3 months ago
Emma Benson
Safe on the slopes: how to prevent winter sports injuries
Winter sports are a great way to have some fun during the cold months, but whether you're a novice or an expert, it's important to be aware of the risk of injury.3 months ago
Emma Benson
5 simple and safe home remedies for colds
Coughs and sore throats are common this time of year, but you don't have to suffer. Here are a couple of simple and safe ways to get relief.4 months ago
Emma Benson
Choking hazards: how to keep your little ones safe this holiday
During this time of year, every parent needs to be extra vigilant. The various holiday foods, decorations and toys are all items that could endanger a young child.4 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua
Utah hospital helping students heal from mental health issues while staying on top of schoolwork
When a child is going through a mental health crisis, their education can take a back seat.4 months ago
Emma Benson
5 tips for a heart-healthy holiday
No one wants to spend their holiday at the hospital. Here are five tips from a medical expert to keep your heart health top of mind this season.4 months ago
Emma Benson
Utah marathon runner puts added emphasis on heart health for the holidays
A Utah runner who survived a heart murmur and valve blockage is urging others to keep health in mind during the holidays.4 months ago
Emma Benson
What you need to know about getting vaccinated while pregnant
It's cold and flu season, and pregnant mothers and newborns are among those most vulnerable to illnesses, but expectant moms can protect themselves -- and their babies -- through vaccination.4 months 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.5 months ago
