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August 2014

8/29

Health Care

Video Reveals What the Sun Does to Your Skin

A shocking YouTube video that shows people's skin in ultraviolet light may have you lathering on sunscreen.

8/29

Health Care

Pregnant? Tuna May Not Be Safe to Eat

Consumer Reports magazine disagrees with government recommendations. It says tuna isn't safe for pregnant women.

8/28

4 Easy Ways to Lose a Pound This Week

Losing weight isn't rocket science. It's pretty simple math. You need to eliminate 3,500 calories to lose a pound. You can cut back on food or increase exercise or both. Just a few small changes throughout the week can a...

8/26

The Dog Days Are Certainly Not Over

Therapy animals play an important part in patient care.

8/25

Research, Health Care

'Short Sleepers' Cheery Despite Less Sleep

Most of us need coffee to get going if we don't get a full night's sleep. But "short sleepers" get by with just six hours or less without feeling tired or irritable.

8/25

West Nile Is Back

West Nile is back in Utah. What you need to know.

8/22

Health Care

Dealing With Joint Pain

When is it time to seek help for joint pain?

8/21

Recipes: 3 Low-Cal Frozen Treats

Who doesn't love a frozen treat on a hot summer day? But don't let the jingle of the ice cream truck lure you or the kiddos into consuming half a day's worth of calories. These summertime favorites will cool you down in ...

8/21

Health Care

The Gift of Sight—Sen. Rand Paul Joins Utah Eye Surgeons on Outreach Trip to Guatemala

A mission to Guatemala allows University of Utah Health's John A. Moran Eye Center to bring gift of sight to underserved population.

8/19

Hair Loss: Why It Happens and How To Stop It

It's normal to lose some hair every day, but how much? What causes hair to thin, and is there anything that can be done to stop the progress? Brian Ely, DO, a family doctor at University of Utah Health, explains.

8/19

Health Care

Ice Bucket Challenge: Learn These Facts About ALS

Here are some things you may not know about the disease behind the campaign that has raised more than $20 million.

8/19

Health Care

The Fist Bump the Most Hygenic Greeting?

The handshake is seen as the polite way to greet someone — but is it the safest when it comes to germs?

8/18

Health Care

Did You Know 80% of Sleep Apnea Cases Go Undiagnosed?

Learn the symptoms, risk factors and treatment options for sleep apnea.

8/18

Confusion, Controversy Surround Blood Thinner Pradaxa

Why you should continue taking it despite a report questioning its safety.

8/18

Beating Diabetes

Diabetes is set to become the next big health crisis in America.

8/15

Education

Mini Medical School

University of Utah hosts inaugural Project Medical Education event to showcase complex process of medical education.

8/15

Health Care

Protect Your Eyes

Do you spend hours staring at a computer screen? It could have a very real impact on your vision.

8/14

'Gluten-Free' Label Now Actually Means Gluten-Free

Great news for people with celiac disease and gluten intolerance -- you can be assured that a "gluten-free" label isn't just marketing.

8/14

Oh, What a Tour

Some highlights from stage 6 of the 2014 Tour of Utah.

8/12

The Stigma of Suicide

Could we save lives by making it easier to talk about suicide?

8/08

3 Worst Meals in America

Burger lovers, beware. You may be shocked by the calories and fat in your favorite meal.

8/08

Are You Drinking Less Soda? You're Not the Only One

Americans are trying to reduce the amount of sugar in their diets, so they're drinking fewer sodas.

8/07

Health Care

5 Steps to Safer Cycling

Does the Tour of Utah motivate you to dust off your bicycle? A. Michael Henrie, D.O., a sports medicine physician at University of Utah Health Care, offers these tips to stay safe while cycling:

8/01

Health Care

Powdered Caffeine Can Be Deadly, FDA Warns

The death of an Ohio teenager who consumed a lethal amount of powdered caffeine prompted the FDA warning.

8/01

Yogurt and Other Foods Containing Probiotics May Lower Blood Pressure

Yogurt is good for your bones, but it may also be good for your heart thanks to its probiotics.

8/01

Health Care

Could Ebola Go Global?

What will stop the Ebola outbreak in West Africa?

8/01

Health Care

Save Lives, Win Money

A very unique scavenger hunt is going on in Salt Lake City

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