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Intermountain Healthcare nurse Adam Young says he’s burned out and has been pushed beyond his lim...
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Frontline health care workers say they’re burned out, experiencing staffing shortages

No one's taken the brunt of the pandemic like health care workers on the frontline, and the unrelenting cases of COVID-19 have brought many to their breaking point. Three caregivers at Layton Hospital are sharing how their job affects them personally.
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Smith’s Chef Jeff Jackson’s recipe for root beer grilled chicken legs

If you're planning to do some grilling over the long weekend Smith's Chef Jeff Jackson has a recipe you can try.
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Intermountain Healthcare offers hospital-level care from home for stabilized COVID-19 patients

As ICU beds reach max capacity with yet another rise in COVID-19 cases, Intermountain Healthcare is looking for additional ways to take care of sick patients. A new program born during the pandemic utilizes technology to allow some patients the luxury of recovering from the comfort of their home.
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Harmons Chef Lesli’s recipe for green chile chicken enchiladas

If you're looking to spice up your regular weeknight meals, Chef Lesli Sommerdorf from Harmons has just the thing - green chile chicken enchiladas.
3 years ago
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Smith’s Chef Jeff Jackson’s recipe for marinated mozzarella & melon skewers

Chef Jeff Jackson with Smith's showed us how to make a refreshing snack that'll remind you of summer as the season wraps up -- marinated mozzarella and melon skewers.
3 years ago
Natasha Tracy and her husband got to bring home their fourth baby, Brian Tracy, from the NICU after...
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COVID-19 vaccine does not cause infertility despite online misinformation, doctors say

Data shows COVID-19 can cause devastating complications for both pregnant women and their babies. But many are putting off the vaccination for fear it will prevent them from getting pregnant in the first place. Medical experts say there is no evidence that the COVID-19 vaccine causes infertility and explain why misinformation online is false.
3 years ago
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Harmons Chef Lesli’s recipe for grilled peaches with brown sugar creme anglaise

Chef Lesli Sommerdorf with Harmons stopped by the KSL TV studios to share the recipe for one of her favorite summer treats -- grilled peaches with brown sugar creme anglaise.
3 years ago
Ashley Nguyen is a mother to three children and an 11th grade English teacher. Without a school mas...
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Immunocompromised Mother & Teacher Believes Wearing Masks In School Is For The Benefit Of The Entire Community

With the delta variant raging across the country, Utah families are facing difficult decisions at the start of a new school year. One Santaquin mother says wearing a mask is ultimately about community and looking out for your friends - lessons she hopes her children will learn.
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Smith’s Chef Jeff’s Recipe For Summer Spaghetti Salad

Chef Jeff with Smith's joined the KSL TV team to show us how to make Summer Spaghetti Salad.
3 years ago
Angela Petersen and her daughter Mishala Petersen love to paint rocks together. They enjoy being ou...
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Mental Health Services Awareness Night Offers Resources For Families In The Community

Experts are calling the mental health challenges many people are now facing the second wave of the pandemic. While they've seen an increase in demand, they remind families there are resources and people ready to help. One Utah family is grateful they reached out years ago.
3 years ago
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How To Talk To Your Child About The Dangers Of Vaping Before School Starts

One in every 20 middle school students and one in every five high school students reported using an e-cigarette in the past 30 days, according to the 2020 National Youth Tobacco survey. Those numbers have doctors concerned and urging parents to start an important conversation with their kids before school starts.
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Pediatrician Urges Students to get COVID-19 Vaccine, Other Immunizations Before School Starts

The start of school is just a couple weeks away for most Utah families and now pediatricians are also stressing the importance of students getting the COVID-19 shots and other immunizations before they head back to school.
3 years ago
12-year-old Garrett Thorell loves to ride his scooter and do tricks with his friend in the neighbor...
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Utah faces critical blood shortage, how to help those in need

Utah, and the nation, is facing a critical blood shortage this summer. Health care professionals are urging Utahns to donate to help those who rely on regular blood transfusions just to survive.
3 years ago
Maria Cisneros and Monica Carrillo walk with pain management specialist Dr. Jeremiah West at the Wa...
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Walk-With-A-Doc: Managing Pain Through Regular Exercise

Whether or not we like it, pain is part of life. But experts say lifestyle changes like nutrition, sleep, and exercise can help you manage that pain. One mother and daughter explained how they are taking action.
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Harmons Chef Lesli’s Caramelized Onion, Steak and Blue Cheese Pasta Recipe

Chef Lesli Sommerdorf with Harmons stopped by the KSL TV Studios to share her caramelized onion, steak and blue cheese pasta recipe.
3 years ago
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Plant-Forward Perfect For The Grill: Portabella Mushroom Sandwich 

Growing tired of hotdogs and hamburgers on the grill? A portabella mushroom is a great plant-forward, hearty option for a backyard barbeque. 
3 years ago
Sophia Mousques was born with Down syndrome and hypoplastic left heart syndrome. She spent the firs...
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Pleasant Grove Teen Getting Special Surprise After Leukemia Relapsed

Navigating cancer is never easy, especially for children. With the help of a unique treatment, plus the generosity of Millie's Princess Foundation and a few special performers, one Pleasant Grove teen is still smiling.
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Smith’s Chef Jeff’s Bang Bang Grilled Corn Recipe

We're in the middle of barbeque season, and Chef Jeff Jackson with Harmons joined us at the KSL TV Studios to share his recipe for bang bang grilled corn.
3 years ago
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Harmons Chef Lesli’s Recipe For Fourth Of July Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

If you're still trying to figure out what to take to that Fourth of July cookout, Harmons Chef Lesli Sommerdorf joined KSL's Dan Spindle to make strawberry cheesecake bars.
3 years ago
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Smith’s Chef Jeff’s Shrimp Boil Tin Foil Packets Recipe

Smith’s Chef Jeff Jackson is back and he is making a summer favorite just a bit easier for those who may not want to wait all day: shrimp boil tin foil packets.
3 years ago
A couple weeks ago, five-year-old Savannah Jensen took her life jacket off as the family was gettin...
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Draper Mom Reminds Parents About Water Safety After Scary Pool Experience

Between the warm weather and the upcoming holiday weekend, more families have spent time playing in the water this summer. After five drownings in just one week this month, safety experts are concerned.  
3 years ago
Intermountain Healthcare's U.S. Synthetic worksite clinic is the first to offer a new model focused...
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Intermountain Healthcare’s On-Site Work Clinic Introduces New Approach To Family Medicine 

Intermountain Healthcare has long provided on-site work clinics, and they're now introducing a new approach to family medicine, with a focus on preventative care. One Utah Valley family said they’ve benefitted from this intimate and intentional approach to medicine. 
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Smith’s Chef Jeff’s Sheet Pan Hawaiian Shrimp Tacos With Creamy Jalapeno Sauce Recipe

Chef Jeff Jackson with Smith's stopped by the KSL TV Studios with another recipe, and this one is perfect if you want something quick and easy -- sheet pan Hawaiian shrimp tacos with creamy jalapeno sauce.
3 years ago
Steve Harris kicks the ball back and forth with his 10-year-old daughter, Sarah Harris. He says coa...
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Study Shows Children Eat More Calories In Post-Game Snacks Than They Expend On The Field

A BYU study shows kids eat more calories in post-game snacks than they burn during the actual game. With a childhood obesity rate of 19 percent in the United States, dieticians are concerned. One Utah dad and coach said he is keeping health a priority on the field.
3 years ago

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