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March 09, 2020
We all know how important it is to wash our hands before and after handling food and using the restroom. But how effective is hand sanitizer? Is it just as good as soap and water?
July 10, 2015
Summer is here, and with it record-breaking heat. Scott McIntosh, M.D., an emergency room physician at University of Utah Health Care, discusses symptoms and treatment for heat exhaustion.
June 30, 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.
June 03, 2015
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.
May 06, 2015
If it seems like mosquitoes prefer snacking on you than on other people, you might want to read this.
May 05, 2015
It’s not something we like to talk about, but constipation happens—to some people more than others. Here are four of the top causes for constipation and tips for preventing it.
April 30, 2015
Have you ever found a bruise on your body and wondered how it got there? Here, we share reasons some people may bruise more easily than others.
April 20, 2015
As parents, we do our best to protect our kids against the spread of germs and disease. But when family members or friends wear their shoes indoors, they may be tracking in more than dirt.
March 17, 2015
Do you have trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep? Does sleep affect your mood? Use this tracker to monitor your sleep. Discuss the results with your doctor.
March 05, 2015
Find out how many calories you burn doing three different household chores, and how you can bump up the intensity level for each.
February 23, 2015
Acetaminophen is the most common drug in America, found in 600-plus medications. If taken correctly, it’s generally safe and effective. But people mistakenly overdose on the product, which can lead to liver failure.
February 02, 2015
When you think of areas at home that harbor germs, the bathroom might be top of mind. But here are five items at home that have more germs than your average toilet.
January 13, 2015
Before you head to one of Utah's finest ski resorts, make sure you're dressed for success. Here's what you need to know before you go.
December 23, 2014
If you’re like most people, you’re too busy to get sick. So it’s important to take every measure to stay well and protect your body from illnesses. Here's how.
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