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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
'A flying ICU': A day in the life of Intermountain Life Flight
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Updated Sept. 21 - 11:32 a.m. | Save Story
For more than 45 years, the Intermountain Life Flight team has been performing daring rescues and transporting patients as it is always on standby.
'You don't want to wait': Doctors urge Utahns get updated COVID-19 vaccine
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 13 - 11:27 a.m. | Save Story
Respiratory virus season is fast approaching, which means an uptick in flu, COVID-19 and RSV cases. But there are vaccines that can protect you against all three of these diseases, including a new COVID-19 vaccine.
How to treat fall allergies
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 5 - 2:09 p.m. | Save Story
An allergist with Intermountain Health said you can lessen your allergy symptoms by keeping your windows closed, using air purifiers and keeping pets out of your bedroom.
Simple ways to help your child eat healthier
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 1 - 10:28 p.m. | Save Story
Parents know it can be tricky getting young kids to acquire a taste for those healthier alternatives to sugary snacks, so here are some tricks to develop those health habits.
Papa Pals companionship services providing social connection for seniors
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 23 - 1:07 p.m. | Save Story
When Diana Johnson and Linda Rich first met two years ago, they became fast friends, thanks to Select Health's service, Papa Pals.
'She proved everybody wrong': Hurricane High graduate's road to recovery
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 16 - 8:08 a.m. | Save Story
A Hurricane High School student, in Washington County, survived a serious accident and was left paralyzed, but that didn't deter her from wanting to walk across the graduation stage.
