June 2015

Children are prone to tumbles, cuts and scrapes, especially during the summer. Here is a step-by-step guide to properly bandage a minor wound.

Bryan Trump, DDS, MS, is one of a kind in Utah. He is the only practicing board certified oral and maxillofacial pathologist in the state.

You’re probably not getting enough sleep, for starters. But that may not be the only factor behind your weight gain.

When kids are playing outside or you’re working in the yard this summer, it might be tempting to sneak a sip of water from the garden hose. But here's what you might be drinking.

Most American kids and teens don’t drink enough water, which is leaving them mildly dehydrated.

There are more than 70 million fathers in the U.S. And on average, each of them suffers about 22 injuries every year related to the kids. Here are the most common injuries and how to prevent them:

Summer time can bring us face to face with some bare facts about ourselves. But you don’t have to go to extremes to rock the perfect bare bod. Check out these five tips to rock a healthy dad bod.

Text messaging may change the way you interact with your doctor’s office.

When it’s warm outside, soup might be the last dish on your mind—unless it’s a refreshing chilled soup. Here are three cool recipes to try.

Which is worse moderate drinking throughout the week or binge drinking on the weekend?

When thinking of falls, many of us tend to think of slipping or falling on the ice or snow. Well, that is not entirely true. Last year, the University of Utah Health Care Trauma Services treated more than 300 patients th...

Tattoos can cause a spectrum of reactions, from swelling at the injection site to an effect that can spread over the body.

Cryptosporidium is the leading cause of waterborne disease in people in the U.S. It is resistant to chlorine, but you can take these steps to protect your family at pools this summer.

Are you taking a family road trip this summer? Here are six ways to make this year’s trip healthier than the last.

We all know the sun can do a real number on unprotected skin. UV radiation can cause sunburns that actually change our DNA and put us at risk for skin cancer. But did you know that your eyes can get sunburned, too? The...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans. Here, we share some foods that may improve your heart’s health:

Just because it’s a smoothie, doesn’t mean it’s good for you. Here's what to watch out for and three healthy recipes to try.

According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), every 13 minutes an ER in the United States treats a sports-related eye injury—caused by everything from elbow jabs in basketball games to baseball and paintball games gone ...

Pedicures can treat foot problems, promote circulation and relax the entire body—but they can also cause harm. Here's how to reduce your risk of contracting infections at salons.

DEET, the active ingredient in many insect repellents, works effectively to ward off pesky mosquitoes and problematic ticks. But many are wary of this chemical’s effect on people. Here, learn the pros, cons, and risks of...

Being sick is awful. Being sick on vacation is even worse. No matter where you travel in the world, there are health risks involved in travel, and precautions you should take to avoid them.

School is out! A lack of mandatory outdoor recess, more time to watch TV, and fewer organized sports activities mean many kids might gain weight during the summer months.

Are you and your partner trying to conceive? Here are some factors that affect fertility and how to improve your odds.

Melissa was just 29 when she faced a diagnosis that would change her life.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in America, with more than 5 million people treated each year. Take these steps to help prevent it:

Pregnancy and birth are a life changing gift, so what's with post-pregnancy body shaming? Here are the things you should focus on post-pregnancy.

Should we be preparing for the attack of the drones? As the small aircrafts are becoming more commonplace, reports of injuries caused by them are popping up.

More than 90% of Americans between ages 20 and 64 have had cavities and 27 percent had untreated tooth decay.

Spring is in the air, but for many seasonal allergy sufferers, budding flowers and trees are not welcome sights. Here are four ways to reduce allergens at home.

Using ultraviolet light to cure gel manicures is a risk factor for skin cancer. But you may still be able to get a gel manicure with less risk.

Many women have so much on their plate they tend to put their own health care on the back burner. And sometimes, that can be dangerous. Learn four body pains women shouldn't ignore.

Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or have been asked to bring an appetizer to share, these three dips are sure to be crowd pleasers.

You’re coughing and sneezing and your nose is runny. Should you reach for cold medicine or could it be allergies? Here are symptoms of each, so you can help tell them apart.

Every day in the United States, 44 people die from overdoses of prescription opioids such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Percocet.

If you aren’t careful, dining out can wreck your waistline. Here are some tips and tricks to eating better when dining out.

Endurance athletes can often overlook the heightened risk prolonged sun exposure can have on the skin. Even if you've put sunscreen on before heading out it doesn’t always protect you for as long as they think.