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'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.
'A flying ICU': A day in the life of Intermountain Life Flight

'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

'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

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

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

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

'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.
Add routine vaccines to your child's back-to-school checklist

Add routine vaccines to your child's back-to-school checklist

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Aug. 13 - 10:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a summer of fun, it's time to return to the classroom. But back to school means back to updating vaccinations.
Intermountain Health first in nation to use new 3D 'map' for colorectal cancer surgery

Intermountain Health first in nation to use new 3D 'map' for colorectal cancer surgery

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Aug. 2 - 8:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man is the very first patient in the nation to have benefited from new 3D technology that helps doctors with complex cancer surgeries.
When a stroke strikes, every second counts

When a stroke strikes, every second counts

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 26 - 3:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Danni Seeley noticed her husband's arm was shaking. He thought he was just tired and "slept on it wrong." She said a stroke hadn't crossed her mind.
Heading to the lake? Don't forget these water safety tips

Heading to the lake? Don't forget these water safety tips

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 21 - 9:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Summer means fun in the water. But as you're out recreating, remember — accidents can happen in an instant.
Intermountain program helping patients find their 'Way to Wellness'

Intermountain program helping patients find their 'Way to Wellness'

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 13 - 9:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kevin Anderson's father died of heart disease and kidney failure as a result of diabetes, and Anderson didn't want to take the same path.
Fireworks safety tips for Fourth of July

Fireworks safety tips for Fourth of July

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Updated July 4 - 6:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Experts are reminding us: If not handled properly, fireworks can be dangerous.