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On-mountain ski clinics provide urgent care without leaving the slopes

On-mountain ski clinics provide urgent care without leaving the slopes

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 9:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

In Utah, thousands of skiers and snowboarders are treated each year at Intermountain Health's seven on-mountain ski clinics, without ever leaving the resort. KSL shows you how.
Flu facts for families: How to protect kids and know when to seek care

Flu facts for families: How to protect kids and know when to seek care

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Flu season is in full swing, with the U.S. seeing its highest rates in 25 years. Here's what you can do to prevent the spread of the flu and how you can manage it if you're sick.
Vitamin D may half the risk of second heart attack, study shows

Vitamin D may half the risk of second heart attack, study shows

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 8:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new study from Intermountain Health suggests vitamin D could play a bigger role in heart health than many people realize.
How annual physicals can help detect hidden health risks

How annual physicals can help detect hidden health risks

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Jan. 3 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Annual physicals shouldn't only happen when you're sick, but also as a way to support overall health and wellness.
Sticking to your fitness goals in 2026

Sticking to your fitness goals in 2026

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 31 - 7:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of the most popular New Year's resolutions is to improve fitness and get into shape, but experts warn that unrealistic expectations can lead to burn out. Here's how to stick with it.
At 93, Draper man finds health and happiness in giving

At 93, Draper man finds health and happiness in giving

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 25 - 5:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

This Christmas, giving back may do more than spread holiday cheer. Experts say volunteering and acts of kindness can enhance your physical and mental well-being. Lowell Baum, 93, has seen those benefits firsthand.
From chaos to calm: How to manage holiday stress and enjoy the season

From chaos to calm: How to manage holiday stress and enjoy the season

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 7:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The holidays can be a joyful time, but they can also bring pressure with gift lists, travel plans, financial strain and family expectations. Experts say it's important to prioritize and take care of your mental health this time of year.
GLP-1s: What you need to know about weight loss drugs

GLP-1s: What you need to know about weight loss drugs

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 7 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Just this week, the World Health Organization released new guidelines recommending GLP-1 therapies as a long-term treatment for adults with obesity.
Chef's top tips for a healthier, easier Thanksgiving meal

Chef's top tips for a healthier, easier Thanksgiving meal

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 26 - 7:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

Many families are preparing for tomorrow's Thanksgiving feast. But before you start cooking, there are some simple ways to make those traditional dishes a little healthier, without sacrificing flavor.
New in-utero surgery gives babies with spina bifida a healthier start

New in-utero surgery gives babies with spina bifida a healthier start

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 21 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Angela Ibarra-Garcia in an ultrasound learned her baby girl, Daniela, had spina bifida, a condition where the spine doesn't form properly. Doctors promptly gave her an option that made a difference.
'Grandpa's making history': New less-invasive aortic procedure at Intermountain Health

'Grandpa's making history': New less-invasive aortic procedure at Intermountain Health

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 11:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health has successfully performed the state's first procedure to repair the ascending aorta without major open-heart surgery.
How to navigate open enrollment with rising health care costs

How to navigate open enrollment with rising health care costs

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 6 - 8:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Open enrollment for health insurance is officially underway, and this year it's happening during a federal government shutdown, but experts say now is the time to review your options.
Primary Children's named among nation's best; family credits care team for saving daughter's life

Primary Children's named among nation's best; family credits care team for saving daughter's life

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 31 - 8:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new national report ranks Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital among the best, and behind it are families like the Kreitzers, who say the hospital saved their daughter's life.
Spanish Fork hospital CEO shares journey with breast cancer — and the test that caught it

Spanish Fork hospital CEO shares journey with breast cancer — and the test that caught it

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 7:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

Megan Johnson, who spent years caring for patients, encouraged other women to get a mammogram after her unexpected journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer.
The presurgery plan that helps you recover stronger

The presurgery plan that helps you recover stronger

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 19 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Prehabilitation, or "prehab," helps strengthen and condition your body before surgery so you can bounce back faster, and physical therapists say this can be critical to your recovery.
Stay steady: How seniors can prevent falls and remain independent

Stay steady: How seniors can prevent falls and remain independent

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 11 - 8:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Falls are a serious risk for seniors, but experts say they aren't inevitable. In fact, most are preventable by staying active, like seniors at Mount Olympus Senior Center were doing Thursday.
Keep yourself and your loved ones healthy this flu season

Keep yourself and your loved ones healthy this flu season

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 6 - 8:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Last flu season was the most severe in a decade, and health experts say now is the time to protect yourself before cases rise again. And this year, there are options to choose from.
Reconstruction surgery: Rebuilding confidence after breast cancer

Reconstruction surgery: Rebuilding confidence after breast cancer

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 28 - 4:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health is preparing to not only celebrate breast cancer survivors, but also raises awareness about breast reconstruction options. Mandy Britton is one of those who took advantage.
Birth, your way: Low-intervention, unmedicated option for moms-to-be

Birth, your way: Low-intervention, unmedicated option for moms-to-be

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health's Simply Birth program helps women with low-risk pregnancies, like Alisha Doran, have a more natural birth experience, one Doran called challenging and empowering.