Utah & U.S. Health News

Washington reports first US bird flu death of 2026; health officials say risk to the public is low

Brenda Goodman, CNN  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

A person in Yakima County, Washington, who caught bird flu after being exposed to infected dairy cows has died following a severe illness, county health officials said on Sunday.

'Oil pulling': Natural, stronger mouthwash or waste of time?

Sneha Dhandapani, CNN  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 6:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Before there were toothbrushes, there was oil pulling. Now that we have toothbrushes, there's little point in revisiting the ancient practice.

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Preclinical research at BYU may lead to development of low-cost immunotherapy

Staff  |  Posted Nov. 1 - 1:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Researchers at BYU are investigating a new immunotechnology called MOTO-CAR, which can genetically engineer immune cells that penetrate solid tumors and attacks the tumor cells.

What to know about the Affordable Care Act's open enrollment period now underway

Fatima Hussein, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 1 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

People signing up for health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act for 2027 should expect higher premiums and fewer options. The enrollment period starts Sunday and ends in mid-January.

Peptides could soon be easier to get in the United States. Here's what to know

Jacqueline Howard, CNN  |  Posted Nov. 1 - 7:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services posted a draft policy that would ease restrictions about how certain peptides may be created in the United States, essentially opening up access to them.

Red Cross urges Utahns to check smoke alarms as daylight saving time ends

VideoEmma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 31 - 2:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

The American Red Cross is reminding Utahns to check their smoke alarms as daylight saving time ends this weekend and the risk of home fires increases during the colder months.

Rising health costs and coverage changes are big concerns for older adults as Election Day nears

Fatima Hussein, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 31 - 6:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Barbara Weigand could not have prepared more for retirement. She stayed healthy and saved diligently for years.

Thwarting teen gambling may require more than talking to kids

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Multiple studies found online betting and gambling is a growing problem among teenagers.

Salt Lake City commission voices concerns with proposed new LDS Hospital design

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health officials and members of the Salt Lake City Planning Commission appeared to be at odds about some elements of a planned "urban hospital" near downtown.

Keep the candy and some healthy habits — 3 tricks for keeping the treats in check

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nutritionist Ali Essig shares three simple strategies for letting kids enjoy Halloween and still build in some healthy habits.

Utah 5-year-old with Down syndrome walks Messi on the field, scores goals with Beckham

VideoArianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Huddy Droubay, a 5-year-old with Down syndrome from Syracuse, was invited to an Inter Miami game where he got to meet David Beckham and walk Lionel Messi onto the field.

Las Vegas children's hospital groundbreaking brings hope to southern Utah family

VideoEmma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new children's hospital planned for Las Vegas could make it easier for southern Utah families to access specialized pediatric care closer to home.

Boston researchers discover differences in colon cancer tumor cells in younger patients

Aaron Parseghian  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 2:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

As colorectal cancer rates continue to rise among younger adults, a team of Boston researchers has identified differences in tumor cells that could potentially lead to new treatments.

Utah County survivor warns about breast cancer risk for men

VideoAndrew Adams  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 10:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Breast Cancer Awareness Month always draws attention to women's health risk. A Utah County man is living proof, though, that it can happen to men, too.

The goal of a goal: Special Olympics Unified Soccer unites hundreds of high schoolers

VideoBrenna Donnelly, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Hundreds of high school students spent their Thursday at America First Field, cheering on athletes competing in the sixth annual Special Olympics Unified Sports Soccer State Championships.

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Utah parents may get question from their school-aged kids about alcohol

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 8:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah PTA and Parents Empowered have created homework that students take home for their parents to complete. It involves discussing the family's rules about underage drinking.

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Report: Most Mexican produce comes from facilities 'rarely inspected' by FDA

Staff  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 6:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

A report from the Washington Times shows little FDA oversight at food processing plants outside the United States.

E. coli warning issued for San Juan River

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 29 - 10:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

San Juan County Public Health issued a warning Thursday night stating there are potentially unhealthy levels of E. coli in the San Juan River after recent flooding.

South Salt Lake police assemble, distribute care packages for homeless population

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 29 - 12:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

South Salt Lake Police assembled and distributed comfort care kits to people experiencing homelessness this week.