Health
Woman's death brings national attention to rare gastrointestinal disease
The death of a Utah woman is raising awareness about gastroparesis and inspiring people across the country.
These findings were presented at this week's Neuroscience 2012, the meeting of the Society for Neuroscience.
Halloween is a long-lasting memory for children. Keep the memories happy and safe with these different tips.
Financial burden of Alzheimer's disease is hitting home
Because of the projected rise in people being diagnosed, the Alzheimer's Association and health care advocates nationwide are pushing for state-initiated plans to address the expected tsunami and... Read more »
Tall, sleek Minnie Mouse may challenge how girls see their bodies
New York's Barneys is launching its holiday campaign with a skinny Minnie Mouse and a similarly sleek Mickey. But critics are wondering what it will say to young kids about their own bodies and how... Read more »
VA hospital killed former soldier with excessive painkillers, lawsuit says
Gregory Lynn Smith and Jeri Bolinder blame the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the death of their 30-year-old son in a federal lawsuit filed in Salt Lake City this week. Read more »
Lawmakers propose changes to Utah's concussion law
Lawmakers proposed a change to Utah's concussion rule that would exempt property owners, including cities, from liability. Read more »
Skyline High exposed to pertussis cases; officials urge prevention
Parents of students at Skyline High School received recorded phone messages and a letter from the Salt Lake Valley Health Department on Wednesday, reminding them to keep students up to date on pertussis vaccinations. Read more »
Utah County Health Department conducting preparedness survey
PROVO — The Utah County Health Department is conducting a survey to determine families' level of disaster preparedness. Information gathered will be used by the county to improve planning and training for responders and to... Read more »
Lawmakers back bill allowing inmates to become organ donors
A bill requiring state prisons to offer inmates the opportunity to sign up as organ donors was unanimously backed Wednesday by lawmakers. Read more »
More young adults hit by strokes
Strokes are becoming an increasing problem for people younger than 55, according to a study done by author Dr. Brett Kissela of the University of Cincinnati, and colleagues. Read more »
Losing It! Finding my body fat percentage leads to surprises
I know I'm overweight. Unfortunately, I've been on the chunkier side for most of my life, dating back to my elementary days when I wore J.C. Penney husky-sized jeans and called myself the... Read more »
Joseph Cramer, M.D.: The dangers of following the party line
Even a righteous, benevolent political party is not immune to the seduction of power. The potential to be corrupted and to be absolutely corrupted with absolute power is too dangerous for us as a people and state to permit. Read more »
Discontinued treatment of ADHD could impact emotional, social well-being, study finds
Giving the best life for your children is important. A recent study suggests that stopped ADHD treatment could cause severe social and emotional damages, but was this study flawed? Read more »
10 short, scenic Utah hiking trails
Cooler temperatures and autumn colors make fall a great time to try a new hiking trail. Here are 10 short and scenic hiking trails throughout the state of Utah. Read more »
Study: Privatized Medicare would raise premiums
Nearly six in 10 Medicare recipients would pay higher premiums under a hypothetical privatized system along the lines of what Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has proposed, according... Read more »
How food security impacts women in the developing world
World Food Day, which is Tuesday, falls in the middle of Domestic Violence Awareness Month — and the two are interconnected. Read more »
2 Americans win Nobel econ prize for match-making
Two Americans were awarded the Nobel economics prize on Monday for studies on the match-making taking place when doctors are coupled up with hospitals, students with schools and human organs with... Read more »
Lance Armstrong image outlives stats
It's not so much that the Lance Armstrong story was too good to be true. Now, it might just be too good to let go. Even after investigators unveiled a scathing report portraying him as an... Read more »
Comic opens set with 'Hello. I have cancer.'
The audience of 300 and Tig Notaro's fellow performers that August night had no idea what she was about to do. They had no idea she was going to address the trauma and pain that had been the last... Read more »
Doctors counsel women to be diligent in breast cancer screening
Mammography remains the best screening tool for breast cancer, and doctors believe it is saving lives. In addition to regular screenings, women can also help themselves by knowing their family... Read more »
Mass. pharmacy founder linked to meningitis outbreak had background in recycling
The pharmacy linked to the nation's deadly outbreak of meningitis is owned by two brothers-in-law who brought different but complementary skills to the business. Read more »
Doctors to take questions on breast cancer diagnosis, treatment
Medical research often focuses on new drugs and rarely advances surgical treatments, but a recent finding may mean less surgery for breast cancer patients. Read more »
Vice President Joe Biden blasted on abortion, contraception mandate
The debate isn't over for Vice President Joe Biden. His own church has chimed in with scores of bloggers and others blasting his comments about abortion and the Obamacare contraception mandate... Read more »
Utah Department of Health gives alert after Idaho gets hit with fungal meningitis outbreak
Utah health care providers never received the recalled-medication from New England Compounding Center, in Framingham, Mass., other medication was received. Read more »
Meningitis outbreak: Questions and answers
l in the nationwide fungal meningitis outbreak has risen to 14 dead, linked to a tainted back pain treatment from a Massachusetts compounding facility. Health officials continue to investigate the cause, with the U.S. Centers for... Read more »
Access to clean water still a major problem in developing countries
Access to clean water continues to be a major problem for developing countries around the world. Read more »
Ketamine relieves severe depression, experts say
Experimental use of the drug ketamine may be the beginning of a promising new class of antidepressants, which can relieve symptoms of major depression in hours instead of weeks, say researchers from Yale and the National Institute of... Read more »
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Woman's death brings national attention to rare gastrointestinal disease
The death of a Utah woman is raising national awareness about gastroparesis and inspiring people across the country. Read more »
Tall, sleek Minnie Mouse may challenge how girls see their bodies
New York's Barneys is launching its holiday campaign with a skinny Minnie Mouse and a similarly sleek Mickey. But critics are wondering what it will say to young kids about their own bodies and how... Read more »
Losing It! Finding my body fat percentage leads to surprises
I know I'm overweight. Unfortunately, I've been on the chunkier side for most of my life, dating back to my elementary days when I wore J.C. Penney husky-sized jeans and called myself the... Read more »
VA hospital killed former soldier with excessive painkillers, lawsuit says
Gregory Lynn Smith and Jeri Bolinder blame the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the death of their 30-year-old son in a federal lawsuit filed in Salt Lake City this week. Read more »
210 Rio Grande: The epicenter for Utah's homeless
More than 80 percent of the state's homeless are along the Wasatch Front, according to a 2011 state report. Many land at 210 Rio Grande some time or another to seek shelter, sustenance or a... Read more »
Childhood abuse, poverty impact adult brain
Scientists have learned that if a child grows up in poverty or is the victim of abuse, his brain will experience permanent negative effects. These findings were presented at this week's... Read more »
Skyline High exposed to pertussis cases; officials urge prevention
Parents of students at Skyline High School received recorded phone messages and a letter from the Salt Lake Valley Health Department on Wednesday, reminding them to keep students up to date on pertussis vaccinations. Read more »
Lawmakers propose changes to Utah's concussion law
Lawmakers proposed a change to Utah's concussion rule that would exempt property owners, including cities, from liability. Read more »
Financial burden of Alzheimer's disease is hitting home
Because of the projected rise in people being diagnosed, the Alzheimer's Association and health care advocates nationwide are pushing for state-initiated plans to address the expected tsunami and... Read more »
Lawmakers back bill allowing inmates to become organ donors
A bill requiring state prisons to offer inmates the opportunity to sign up as organ donors was unanimously backed Wednesday by lawmakers. Read more »
10 short, scenic Utah hiking trails
Cooler temperatures and autumn colors make fall a great time to try a new hiking trail. Here are 10 short and scenic hiking trails throughout the state of Utah. Read more »
More young adults hit by strokes
Strokes are becoming an increasing problem for people younger than 55, according to a study done by author Dr. Brett Kissela of the University of Cincinnati, and colleagues. Read more »
Joseph Cramer, M.D.: The dangers of following the party line
Even a righteous, benevolent political party is not immune to the seduction of power. The potential to be corrupted and to be absolutely corrupted with absolute power is too dangerous for us as a people and state to permit. Read more »
Doctors counsel women to be diligent in breast cancer screening
Mammography remains the best screening tool for breast cancer, and doctors believe it is saving lives. In addition to regular screenings, women can also help themselves by knowing their family... Read more »
Utah County Health Department conducting preparedness survey
PROVO — The Utah County Health Department is conducting a survey to determine families' level of disaster preparedness. Information gathered will be used by the county to improve planning and training for responders and... Read more »
Ketamine relieves severe depression, experts say
Experimental use of the drug ketamine may be the beginning of a promising new class of antidepressants, which can relieve symptoms of major depression in hours instead of weeks, say researchers from Yale and the National Institute of... Read more »
Discontinued treatment of ADHD could impact emotional, social well-being, study finds
Giving the best life for your children is important. A recent study suggests that stopped ADHD treatment could cause severe social and emotional damages, but was this study flawed? Read more »
Vice President Joe Biden blasted on abortion, contraception mandate
The debate isn't over for Vice President Joe Biden. His own church has chimed in with scores of bloggers and others blasting his comments about abortion and the Obamacare contraception mandate... Read more »
How food security impacts women in the developing world
World Food Day, which is Tuesday, falls in the middle of Domestic Violence Awareness Month — and the two are interconnected. Read more »
Safety tricks and tips for little witches and superheroes
Along with Christmas, Halloween is one of the top holidays that children look forward to. Parents, children and motorists should take necessary precautions to keep everyone safe at Halloween.... Read more »
Lance Armstrong image outlives stats
It's not so much that the Lance Armstrong story was too good to be true. Now, it might just be too good to let go. Even after investigators unveiled a scathing report portraying him as an... Read more »
Utah Department of Health gives alert after Idaho gets hit with fungal meningitis outbreak
Utah health care providers never received the recalled-medication from New England Compounding Center, in Framingham, Mass., other medication was received. Read more »
Doctors to take questions on breast cancer diagnosis, treatment
Medical research often focuses on new drugs and rarely advances surgical treatments, but a recent finding may mean less surgery for breast cancer patients. Read more »
Comic opens set with 'Hello. I have cancer.'
The audience of 300 and Tig Notaro's fellow performers that August night had no idea what she was about to do. They had no idea she was going to address the trauma and pain that had been the last... Read more »
Access to clean water still a major problem in developing countries
Access to clean water continues to be a major problem for developing countries around the world. Read more »
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