Health

an ambulance drives down a road, emergency services often use opioids for pain management but ketam...
Eric Cabrera

Study looks into ketamine as opioid alternative for pain management

The study will explore whether ketamine or fentanyl is safest for pain management for patients with traumatic injuries.
11 hours ago
A customer passes by an isle in a grocery store in Utah...
Sam Herrera and Candy Zillale

Why the discussion around processed foods isn’t black and white

Processed foods often come up in discussions about eating healthy, but there's debate on what role they should play in our diets.
13 hours ago
The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah is working on a new plan to address m...
Michelle Lee

Addressing mental and behavioral health challenges in Utah

Utah has a growing need for mental health professionals and services. What are some of the challenges the state is facing?
19 hours ago
Mosquitoes hit northern Utah...
Britt Johnson

Floodwater mosquitoes hit hard in northern Utah

A large influx of mosquitoes in northern Utah has hit hard after recent flooding led to a boom in mosquito population.
1 day ago
covid 19 vaccine booster shot...
Amanda Dickson

Who should get the new COVID-19 vaccine?

Doctors recommend anyone 6 months or older get the new COVID-19 vaccine, whether or not you were vaccinated in years past.
2 days ago
The women who lead Every Body Retreats...
Heather Peterson

Local non-profit combats eating disorders through education and prevention

One local nonprofit is working to prevent eating disorders through education and building positive self image.
2 days ago
FILE: A houseboat is seen against the backdrop of Lake Powell’s “bathtub ring,” a light-color...
Don Brinkerhoff

Utah exceeds annual average of boating related drownings

Boating related drownings in Utah have already exceeded the annual average. So far this year eight people have drowned.
2 days ago
FILE - A person wipes sweat from their brow at Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park, Calif....
Adam Small

Heat-related deaths on the rise in the U.S., study says

One study said that heat-related deaths in the United States are on the rise, jumping 117% between 1999 and 2023.
3 days ago
Sen. Lincoln Fillmore, R-South Jordan, talks about legislation he is proposing for the 2025 General...
Emma Keddington

LISTEN: Legislators propose bill tackling cellphone use in schools

Sen. Lincoln Fillmore joined KSL at Night to describe the bill, which would give school districts more power to restrict cell phoneuse.
3 days ago
a person collects mosquitoes at a pond in utah to test for west nile virus...
Mariah Maynes

Utah County reports its first case of West Nile Virus for 2024

Utah County Health Department said that it has detected its first case of West Nile Virus for 2024. It is transmitted by mosquitoes.
4 days ago
Depending on the individual, there can be multiple causes for bloating. One of the main causes is a...
Michelle Lee

Bloating: causes and prevention

Let’s Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos spoke with Registered Dietitian Laura Birke to learn bloating causes and prevention.
5 days ago
University of Utah researchers are looking into a cone snail for a faster acting diabetic treatment...
Don Brinkerhoff

Cone snails may provide better treatment options for diabetics

Cone snails are providing researchers at the University of Utah with the inspiration to create a better treatment option for diabetics.
8 days ago
Back to school germs are arriving, with COVID-19 cases rising. (Canva) "...
Britt Johnson

Back-to-school germs increasing cases of COVID-19

Back to school germs are increasing cases of head colds and COVID-19 in Utah. However, cases of the flu and RSV are still low.
8 days ago
Alzheimer's and dementia patients uptick...
Tammy Kikuchi

Alzheimer’s cases going up in Utah, study shows

According to new data, Alzheimer's and dementia cases in Utah have have increased substantially over the past three years.
9 days ago
Kristy and Misti, two victims of dating violence, are photographed together in West Jordan....
Ashley Fredde, KSL.COM and Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

As the school year begins, parents are urged to speak to teens about dating violence

As the school year begins, West Valley Police are urging parents to talk to their teenagers about dating violence.
9 days ago
Healthy post-workout habits to include in your exercise routine...
Michelle Lee

Don’t neglect those healthy post-workout habits

Let’s Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos spoke with Personal Trainer and Health Coach Michele Riechman to learn about healthy post-workout habits.
12 days ago
Intermountain Children's Health says emotional and mental distress often worsens as children enter ...
Eric Cabrera

Intermountain Children’s Health advises on back-to-school emotional wellness

Intermountain Children's Health says emotional and mental distress often worsens as children enter back-to-school season.
15 days ago
The Kids Online Safety Act is expected to be voted on next week. Social media apps are pictured on ...
Eric Cabrera

Utah doctor helps parents navigate social media challenges

One Utah doctor explains the social media struggles impacting Utah's youth.
16 days ago
WHO logo, who declared mpox outbreaks as global emergency...
Sam Herrera

Mpox declared global emergency amid outbreaks in Africa

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 517 confirmed deaths related to the mpox outbreaks this year so far. 
16 days ago
Blake Lively poses for photographers upon arrival at the UK Gala Screening for the film 'It 'Ends W...
Curt Gresseth, Diana Jones

Movie “It Ends With Us” shines harsh light on domestic violence

A therapist shares her experience about domestic violence from the point of view of both victim and abuser.
17 days ago
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Emma Keddington

LISTEN: New York Times reporter offers insight on the pursuit of happiness

Can you track your level of happiness, like you would steps or heart rate? New York Times reporter Jessica Grose explored that question.
18 days ago
You can minimize self-sabotage by conquering the five hazardous attitudes, which are anti-authority...
Michelle Lee

Self-sabotage: Why do we do it and how do we overcome it?

Let’s Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos spoke with Pilot and Author Ricky Brown to learn how we can overcome self-sabotage.
19 days ago
Almond Cream Cherry pie.December 14, 2006 (Michael Brandy, Deseret News)...
Diana Jones

Tart cherries: nutrition, preservation and recipes

Tart cherries are a very common crop here in Utah. Tart cherries are known as the desert cherry, the one used in pies and cobbles. 
19 days ago
A recovering alcoholic shares his story...
Michelle Lee

A recovering alcoholic shares his story

Randall Carlisle is the Media and Community Affairs Specialist at Odyssey House of Utah. He was a functional alcoholic for 40 years, and he is now in recovery.
21 days ago