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Public could be exposed to toxic Great Salt Lake dust through food consumption, study says
SALT LAKE CITY — The threat of toxic dust from the drying Great Salt Lake has been well-discussed and well-publicized. But new research from scientists at the University of Utah and Utah State University suggests the dust may pose broader health risks than previously understood. The study, published in...
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Increased demand for service due to medical calls, says West Jordan fire chief
WEST JORDAN — Firefighters said Wednesday that calls for service have been steadily rising in the city year over year for 15 years now, but they said the reason was not additional fires, nor was it strictly due to population growth. Instead, West Jordan Fire Chief Derek Maxfield attributed...
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Lehi welcomes first-of-its-kind postpartum and surgical recovery center
A new facility under construction in Lehi aims to redefine women’s recovery after childbirth and surgery by offering extended stays and rarely available post-hospital support. Levata, a 38,000-square-foot retreat designed for postpartum and surgical recovery, is currently being built in a residential area of Lehi. Crews have completed the...
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Utah nears 500 measles cases
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services said that the state now has 486 confirmed cases of measles. The Southwest Utah Health District has the bulk of the cases, with 233; Utah County has 78 and Salt Lake County has 53. In Cedar City, multiple locations were exposed to...
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Primary Children's Hospital joins network to improve grief and trauma care for children
SALT LAKE CITY — Janae Tafoya-Holbrook's family was dealing with grief long before the death of her 12-year-old son. Her son was born early and lived with medical complications his whole life. She wasn't just dealing with her own grief but searching for ways to support her children. She said she didn't know what experiences were normal for them or how to find them help.
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Mountain West Hospital and Ambulance Service speak up
The days have changed from jackets all day to maybe a jacket in the mornings and t-shirts in the afternoon, and that also means more people will be out and about enjoying the change in weather. In that, it can be expected emergency responders will have more calls to respond to regardless of the nature.
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Primary Children's celebrates record number of organ transplants helping young patients
SALT LAKE CITY — Alonzo Whitney was born with half a heart, and his parents knew that would be the case, but they quickly learned he needed more than the surgery they were expecting. At just 5 days old, he had surgery to set up a ventricular assist device,...
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How to Compare Wellness Clinics in Murray
Choosing the right wellness clinic is an important decision, especially with the variety of options available in Murray, Utah. A wellness center isn’t just a place to visit occasionally—it’s a hub for maintaining your physical, emotional, and mental health. With so many clinics offering diverse services, it’s essential to know how to evaluate them for your specific needs. Below, we’ll guide you through the critical factors to consider so you can make an informed choice.
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Providence Medical Technology launches clinical spine trial
Providence Medical Technology enrolled its first patients for a randomized controlled trial for its Corus-LX system for degenerative lumbosacral disease, according to a March 19 news release. The multicenter trial will focus on patients who qualify for two-level interbody fusion with supplemental percutaneous pedicle screw fixation and posterior fusion. Subjects...
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Debate intensifies over proposed ICE detention facility in Salt Lake City
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The president of the Utah League of Cities and Towns weighed in as debate intensified over a proposed ICE detention facility in western Salt Lake City. They debated whether the building is suitable for people, raising questions about utilities and habitability, while protesters voiced...