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Maternal health awareness: Lowering risk for pregnancy-related complications

Maternal health awareness: Lowering risk for pregnancy-related complications

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Updated Jan. 26 - 8:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Caffeine: How much is too much?

Caffeine: How much is too much?

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 7:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Caffeine is the most widely-used psychoactive substance, with 80% of adults worldwide reporting they consume it regularly. But whether you get it from coffee, tea, soda, or even chocolate, there needs to be limits.
Utah's flu cases are spiking

Utah's flu cases are spiking

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 10:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah has seen a big spike in severe flu cases, with 829 reported hospitalizations statewide, according to data from Dec. 29 to Jan. 4.
Exercise therapist shares tips to set and stick to a fitness routine

Exercise therapist shares tips to set and stick to a fitness routine

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 2 - 10:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fitness is a top resolution for many people, but where and how to start is a huge thing to pick.
Longtime friends fight cancer together

Longtime friends fight cancer together

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 2 - 7:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The holidays can be especially tough for cancer patients, but two best friends are making the best of it by supporting each other during each other's treatment.
Family of doctors provide health care to Utahns amid physician shortage

Family of doctors provide health care to Utahns amid physician shortage

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 27 - 9:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three doctors in one family are providing care to the communities they grew up in.
Overindulgence can lead to 'holiday heart syndrome,' doctors say

Overindulgence can lead to 'holiday heart syndrome,' doctors say

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 20 - 2:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but hear why that might not be as wonderful as some people think.
Avoid winter-related injuries with these safety reminders

Avoid winter-related injuries with these safety reminders

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 9:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Intermountain Health physician discusses how you can take care of yourself this winter to prevent falls, frostbite and more.
12 ways to stay healthy this holiday season

12 ways to stay healthy this holiday season

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 6 - 11:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health experts have some helpful tips for you to stay mentally, physically and emotionally in shape this holiday season.
Benefits of gratitude: The healthiest side dish

Benefits of gratitude: The healthiest side dish

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 27 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's the season of thanks, and research shows being grateful can have many health benefits.
Enjoy Thanksgiving with these healthy eating tips

Enjoy Thanksgiving with these healthy eating tips

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 10:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thanksgiving is just a week away. And since this holiday revolves around food, it can be tempting to overindulge in all those fixings.
Intermountain providers reflect on 15 years of health care at Riverton Hospital

Intermountain providers reflect on 15 years of health care at Riverton Hospital

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 15 - 7:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's been 15 years since Intermountain Riverton Hospital opened its doors. It's grown into a robust medical facility serving the southwest part of the valley.
'He's better than ever': Boy finds relief from seizures following neurosurgery 

'He's better than ever': Boy finds relief from seizures following neurosurgery 

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 8 - 8:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

A boy in St. George started having unexplainable seizures. Doctors were able to help him through a surgery offered in only a few children's hospitals nationwide.
Trick or treat! Don't forget these Halloween safety reminders 

Trick or treat! Don't forget these Halloween safety reminders 

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 31 - 2:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Halloween is one of the most exciting nights for kids, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. 
Utah survivor urges women to get screened this Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Utah survivor urges women to get screened this Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 25 - 7:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

When Sheri Wiseman got her annual mammogram last March, she received unexpected news.
Intermountain receives major grant to improve care of mitral valve prolapse patients

Intermountain receives major grant to improve care of mitral valve prolapse patients

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 17 - 10:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain researchers were recently awarded a $2.4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to study ways to improve care of patients with mitral valve prolapse, a common heart disorder.
'Healing Tree' mural helping patients cope with mental health

'Healing Tree' mural helping patients cope with mental health

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 11 - 10:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

An art project at Utah Valley Hospital is providing a safe space for patients to express themselves.
What to know about the RSV immunization for babies

What to know about the RSV immunization for babies

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Updated Oct. 4 - 4:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

As many as 80,000 children under 5 are hospitalized each year due to the respiratory syncytial virus, according to the CDC. RSV is a common respiratory virus that affects 90% of kids before their second birthday and can cause severe lung infections.
'I got my life back': Utah man climbs equivalent of Everest a year after hip replacement

'I got my life back': Utah man climbs equivalent of Everest a year after hip replacement

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 9:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Craig Knight loves athletic challenges. Originally from Chicago, the Midway man has competed in various triathlons for more than 20 years. But a few years ago, he started having some pain in his right hip.