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Sep 28, 2022
Three Ways to Prevent Neck Pain
In this fast-paced digital world, it’s hard to be mindful about proper posture while moving through our daily lives. Yet over time, those hours of slumping, slouching, and scrolling can lead to debilitating neck pain. Here are three strategies to keep your neck and spine in good shape as you age.
Sep 07, 2022
COVID-19 and Mammogram Breast Cancer Screening: What You Should Know
Mammography screening is safe for all women who have received a COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot. Yet women should pay attention to the timing of their COVID-19 vaccine shots and breast cancer screenings.
Aug 10, 2022
¿Tengo viruela del mono? Estas son las cuatro preguntas que hay que tener en cuenta
Una rara infección vírica se ha convertido en una emergencia sanitaria mundial. El virus de la viruela del mono no es tan transmisible como el COVID-19, pero algunas personas están en riesgo y deben tomar precauciones, incluyendo la vacunación si cumplen los criterios de elegibilidad. Si sospecha que ha estado expuesto a la viruela del mono o que podría estar infectado, aquí tiene cuatro preguntas que debe tener en cuenta...
Aug 10, 2022
Do I Have Monkeypox? Here Are Four Questions to Consider
A rare viral infection has now become a global health emergency. The monkeypox virus is not nearly as transmissible as COVID-19, but certain people are at risk and should take precautions, including getting vaccinated if they meet the eligibility criteria. If you suspect you may have been exposed to monkeypox or could possibly be infected, here are four questions to consider...
Aug 09, 2022
Here Are Three Signs You May Have Monkeypox
Monkeypox is a rare viral infection that is caused by a virus similar to the one that causes smallpox. It is spread from person to person when someone has contact with an infected person’s rash, bodily fluids, or respiratory droplets. There are many signs and symptoms of monkeypox. While a person may not show all signs of infection, here is what you should look for...
Aug 02, 2022
Pásame el protector solar, ¡Por favor!
Cuando pase tiempo al aire libre, recuerde llevar protección solar, un sombrero y ropa protectora. Incluso en otoño e invierno, los días más fríos no protegen la piel expuesta.
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How to Choose a Lung Transplant Program
Sep 28, 2022
Deciding where to have a lung transplant procedure for lung disease is can have a big impact on the transplant outcome. Matthew Morrell, MD, medical director of the lung transplant program at University of Utah Health, discusses what to look for in a lung transplant center to improve the chance of a match, minimize the possibility of rejection, and maximize your life expectancy and quality.
Play InterviewS5 Extra: The Cold Opens
Sep 27, 2022
Cold opens are a technique commonly used in television storytelling to grab the audience’s attention and keep them from channel surfing. BUNDLE OF HERS uses cold opens as well—the random bit before the intro music starts. During the early episodes, in an effort to have more comfortable conversations, our producer gave us talking points before each episode. From how our days went, to our worst phobias. Five seasons in, we've gradually gotten accustomed to cold opens and start each episode with the most random discussions that sometimes have absolutely nothing to do with the episodes' topics. Twenty-five episodes in season five mean 25 cold opens—all together in one place—these are the conversations before the conversation.
Play Interview115: What the Heck is Ketosis?
Sep 27, 2022
If the ads are to be believed, it seems like everyone is doing some sort of low-carb or "keto" diet. Is it just a fad diet of the moment or does ketosis actually promote weight loss? Nutritionist Thunder Jalili, PhD, joins the guys to discuss the science behind ketosis, whether he would recommend it, and the potential dangers and benefits of a strict no carb diet.
Play InterviewThe Wellness Bus Offers Free Nutrition Counseling Sessions in Utah
Sep 21, 2022
Eating a diet with good nutrition can be challenging. Luckily, experts can help us to eat healthier. The Wellness Bus travels around Utah offering free health screenings and education to members of the community. Clinical dietitian Alex Marie Hernandez works on the bus, and she shares her tips on eating healthier, avoiding common nutrition misconceptions, and improving your health with free nutrition counseling.
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