McKay-Dee Hospital
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Wellness and preventative medicine
How watching animals can help you feel calmer and more present
Feeling stressed? Discover how watching animals can boost mindfulness, reduce stress, and help you feel calmer and more present—plus simple tips to try at the zoo or at home.
Emergency care
Winterize your vehicle: The emergency kit checklist every driver needs
Learn how to winterize your vehicle with a comprehensive emergency kit checklist.
Behavioral health
How to manage holiday stress and family expectations without burning out
Discover practical strategies to reduce holiday stress and protect your mental health. Psychologist Claire McDonough, PsyD, shares expert tips on setting boundaries, managing expectations, and finding meaningful connection during the festive season.
Women's health
Navigating scanxiety: Finding calm during breast cancer screening and treatment
Learn how to manage scanxiety — the stress and uncertainty around breast cancer screenings and results. Discover expert tips, calming strategies, and emotional support resources to help you feel more in control.
Cancer care
Genetic testing is eye-opening for Montana family with a history of cancer
Discover how one woman’s routine checkup led to a life-saving diagnosis of Lynch syndrome.
Cancer care
Breast cancer survivor finds quality care close to home
Julie Scholes had it all—love, health, and a job she adored. But in spring 2023, a post-workout chest pain and lump changed everything.
Behavioral health
Winning the Mental Game: How Intermountain Health is supporting youth mental wellness in Nevada
Intermountain Health, the Las Vegas Raiders, and The Defensive Line hosted a powerful youth mental wellness event in Nevada—featuring fitness, mindfulness, and real conversations to break the stigma around mental health.
Sports medicine
Back on track: Cedar City caregiver more active thanks to sports medicine
Discover how sports medicine transformed Whitney Nielsen's life, helping her overcome chronic pain and regain mobility
Cancer care
Discover the convenience of at-home colon cancer testing
Understanding your risks and exploring your screening options are vital steps in preventing colon cancer
Heart health
Understanding Women's Heart Health: Unique risks, symptoms and prevention strategies
Explore how women's heart health risks differ from men's
Heart health
Wearable heart health technology is revolutionizing cardiovascular monitoring
Learn about the latest advancements in heart health tracking and how devices like smartwatches and heart rate monitors can help you stay informed and active
Wellness and preventative medicine
Health benefits of quitting alcohol and sober recipe ideas
Embracing a sober lifestyle can be incredibly rewarding, offering numerous health benefits and opportunities for personal growth
Community benefit
The surprising health benefits of volunteering
Learn how volunteering strengthens your emotional, physical and social well-being
Women's health
Busting the myths about mammography screenings
Many misconceptions exist about mammograms, but the fact is mammograms can impact your long-term health — and save your life.
Pregnancy and baby
Nurturing Hope: How losing weight could help your fertility journey
Weight loss is a journey as personal and emotional as your fertility journey.
Cancer care
Julie’s Journey: Navigating breast cancer treatment with support of caregivers
Now two years since completing her chemotherapy and in remission, Julie’s story is a testament to the strength and resilience of women facing breast cancer.
Tips for choosing addiction treatment options for long-term recovery
If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, seeking professional help is the first step toward recovery.
Women's health
Navigate your breastfeeding journey with Connect Care lactation help
Get the support you need from the comfort of your home
Wellness and preventative medicine
Keep kids safe around vehicles, windows and water this summer
Soak up the sun with these essential summer safety tips.
Pediatrics
The importance of sports physicals for youth athletes
Safeguard your child’s game with sports physicals before the season.
Sports medicine
Pickleball Safety 101: Expert tips to Keep You in the game
Use these few tweaks to help keep you from getting in a real pickle on the court.
Cancer care
How to prevent different types of skin cancer
Shining light on the different types of skin cancer, and how to prevent them.
Primary care
What can a primary care provider do for your mental health?
How and why to discuss behavioral health with your primary care provider.
Emergency care
Next Level Trauma Care: St. Vincent Regional Hospital Achieves Level I Trauma Center Verification
With Level I Trauma Center designation, St. Vincent Regional Hospital is equipped to handle the most severe and complex cases 24/7, 365 days a year.
Emergency care
Know where to go: Your guide on choosing the right care at the right time
No matter what health concerns you may have, Intermountain Health is just a call or click away.
Wellness and preventative medicine
Plan ahead and live fully with advance care planning
How an advanced care plan helps communicate your preferences when you’re unable to.
Cancer care
Why are younger adults getting colon cancer?
Addressing the rising trend of earlier colon cancer diagnoses
Behavioral health
Your emotional spring-cleaning checklist for your mental health
Say farewell to the winter blues with these steps
Breathing easy into motherhood with nitrous oxide assisted deliveries
Discover the empowering world and benefits of nitrous oxide-assisted deliveries
Primary care
Your Definitive Guide To Health Screenings
When and what to get screened for based on age and gender.
Sports medicine
Ski Boot Camp: Moves to prep for skiing season
Prep your joints and muscles for this ski and snowboard season with this set of mobility exercises.
Breaking Down Stigma and Building Awareness Around Mental Health
Mental illness is common. Nearly one in five Americans have mental illness. Clint Thurgood, director of Crisis Service at Intermountain Healthcare talks about why it’s important to talk openly about our mental health and how we can work together to overcome the stigma around mental health.
Getting Help With Your Mental Health
Learn about the free resources you can use to improve your mental health and wellbeing.
What You Need to Know About Your Visit to the ER
A trip to the Emergency Room is less than ideal, to say the least. Understanding what will happen once you arrive can reduce some of the stress and ease the frustration of not knowing what to expect.
What to Expect in the Emergency Room
No matter what, visiting an emergency room is a stressful experience. Staff members strive to do everything possible to make patients feel safe and comfortable. However, there are eight tips everyone should understand to help an ER visit go as smoothly as possible:
Understanding Thyroid Cancer in the Old and Young
Elder L. Tom Perry, a top-ranking leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away from thyroid cancer on Saturday, May 30, less than two months after he was diagnosed with the disease
Think you have cancer?
Because anyone can slap information about cancer on the internet, good judgement is key when searching online. Dr. Mark Ott, Chief Medical Director, Intermountain Medical Center, breaks down some good and not so good sources for information on cancer.
The Physical Side of Anxiety
Anxiety is a mental health condition and prevalent as 40 million in the U.S. have some form of anxiety. Yet the symptoms are not reserved to just psychological.
The 3 C's of Cancer Care
There are 3 main goals for treating cancer: cure, control, and comfort. When cancer is in the early stages, cure is often possible. When cancer has spread beyond where it started, the goal is to shrink a tumor and control cancer growth.
Talk Like a Man: The Language of Male Mental Health
The mental health needs of men are very similar to those of women, but working with men often requires a very different approach, according to Dr. Ken Weigand, a clinical psychologist at the Budge Clinic in Logan.
Spotting Pediatric Cancer: How to Know Whether Your Child Should be Seen
Adults have many ways to prevent or screen for cancers: wearing sunscreen, scheduling regular mammograms, or not smoking. But what about cancer in kids?
Skin Cancer: Preventative Steps You Can Take
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., with more than a million new cases of skin cancer occurring each year, resulting in more than 10,000 deaths primarily from melanoma
A Patient's Journey Through Thyroid Cancer
It’s often easy to ignore symptoms like fatigue and simply chalk them up to our modern, harried lifestyles. But, it’s important to take stock in what your body is telling you and discuss symptoms with your primary care doctor when those vague feelings of something being “not quite right” come up.
Keeping Your Brain Healthy As You Age
There are many health-related issues that occur through aging. The body and mind begin to break down and slow down. You may feel physical changes in your bones, muscles, and heart while changes in your brain’s function, such as memory loss and motor skills, might be more subtle.
How to choose a mental health provider for your child
Choosing a therapist can be difficult. Often, you’re unsure where to start and what to expect. Here are some ideas to help you get started.
How Sports Psychology Can Help Athlete's Beat Mental Health Challenges
Are you a student athlete who’s committed to your sport, yet burning out due to mental health challenges and anxiety? Dealing with the mental side of things can be extremely beneficial and help you reach greater heights.
How is your child's mental health?
It doesn’t matter if your child is six or sixteen, when they’re struggling, they need help. Unless you know what to look for and what to expect, you won’t be able to help your child get the help they need.
How Does Skin Cancer Become More Than Skin Cancer?
Former President Jimmy Carter's announcement that he has melanoma made many people wonder: Is melanoma the same thing as skin cancer, and how does skin cancer become more than skin cancer?
Building a Better Model to Provide Effective and Efficient Care in a Busy Emergency Department
Intermountain Medical Center’s Emergency Department (ED) moved to a new model of care last November that’s dramatically shortened the amount of time patients spend in the ED.
Better health starts with addressing social issues
Many non-medical factors like housing instability, food insecurity, violence and many more can affect health.
The Benefits of Recovery – It Does Your Body (AND YOUR GAME) Good
As the fall sports season comes to a close, some of you may start to think of upcoming tournaments, travel plans, and holidays. For athletes and parents, now is the time to think…recovery.
The benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a medical treatment that enhances the body’s natural healing processes by providing the body with extra oxygen.
Pregnancy and baby
Benefits (and risks) of Exercising While You're Pregnant
Contrary to popular belief, getting pregnant doesn’t mean you have to give up exercise for nine months.
Behind the Scenes: Coordinating Patient Transports with Life Flight
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes for Life Flight to transport a patient? Cindy Hayes is an Operational Controller with Intermountain Life Flight. On average, she coordinates 8-10 flights per 12-hour shift
Balancing Life and Cancer Treatment
In relation to life’s various twists and turns, a cancer diagnosis can feel like a freefall. But once a person lands on his/her feet, they can begin learning how to balance treatment-related factors and life’s pleasures.
Baby Essentials for the Hospital and Beyond
Being prepared with a hospital bag full of essentials long before your baby comes will give you time afterward to do what you really want: snuggle your baby.
Are You at Risk for Breast Cancer?
Are you at risk for breast cancer? Take our breast cancer risk quiz today.
How to Help a Spouse Suffering From Postpartum Depression
When it comes to postpartum depression, a spouse can do a lot to support their partner. It may not be easy, and it may not be pleasant, but a spouse can help their partner overcome - or at least live with postpartum depression and anxiety.
911 Program Bridges Gap between Urgent and Emergent Healthcare
As a community partner, Intermountain Healthcare’s North Temple Clinic recently completed a successful, two-year pilot program with the fire department to help meet the needs of people who call 911, but who may not have life-emergent situations.
17 Things to Include in Your Birthing Plan
One thing that helps women and families through the birthing experience is having the opportunity to plan and mentally prepare for what to expect.
16 Things I Wish I Knew Before Having A Baby
Whether you are a new mom or a mom of three bring a new little one into the mix can be tricky. We’ve asked moms to share their comments on what they wished they had known before having your most recent baby? We received some great thoughts!
12 Ways to Improve Fertility
12 Ways to Improve Fertility
11 Truths of Motherhood
You are an awesome mom. Here are 11 truths you know and should remind yourself of often.
10 Things Women Can Do to LiVe Well With Preventive Care
Preventive care puts you in charge of your health. It lets you gauge your health today, and find out ways to protect it for the future.
10 Things I've Learned Supporting Children Through Suicide Loss
Two years ago, John died by suicide. I got the call at the gym. John’s body had been found and I felt all the feelings at once. It didn’t seem real and I fell apart in a way I didn’t understand. I always pictured myself as capable and able to rise to any challenge, but death didn’t care about my self-perception.
10 Ideas for Cancer Care Packages
When a loved one or friend is diagnosed with cancer, it’s never easy. It’s hard to know how to help or what to do. Here are 10 ways to lend support and love.
10 Skin Cancer Facts
What’s the best thing you can do to decrease your risk of skin cancer, especially in the summer? The number one thing is to protect your skin.
10 Common Signs of Menopause
10 Common Signs of Menopause
9 Things Happy Parents Do To Raise Happy Children
Children have a way of pushing their parents to the limit of their patience – and beyond, which leaves both parent and child frustrated. The good news is, when it comes to children, a little preparation can help.
9 Tips to Prevent Skin Cancer
9 Tips to Prevent Skin Cancer
9 Useful Pregnancy Snacks
I’ve tried to find a few healthy and easy grab and go snacks that I can quickly eat when I realize I haven’t eaten in a while or I start to feel a little sick. Here are a few of my favs.
Behavioral health
7 Ways to Overcome Depression Without Medication
The standard medical treatment for depression includes antidepressant medications, such as Lexapro or Zoloft. These medications can be helpful if you’re struggling with depression. However, antidepressants do not always resolve depressive symptoms and can also have unwanted side effects.
7 Ways to Boost Your Mood With Food
If you've ever experienced guilt from eating food, you've experienced first-hand how food can impact your mood.
7 Unconventional Ways to Squeeze in More Exercise
Workouts can be tough. But exercise doesn’t have to be. For a healthier lifestyle, being active is the key, and it doesn’t much matter what that physical activity is. So if running a half marathon seems overwhelming to you, try one of these unconventional ways to squeeze more exercise into your week.
7 Tips to Surviving a Summer Pregnancy
Summer is here and with it comes scorching temps and stifling heat. Now imagine how an expectant mama is handling the heat.
Pregnancy and baby
7 Misconceptions About Midwives
Midwives have been caring for women for centuries. But until the 1940s, history tells us they were generally local women with good hearts and instincts, but no formal education. Times have changed, as has the scope of midwifery practice.
6 Tips to Help Children Handle Failure
Much like adults kids have pressures in life that come from a variety of sources. Pressures can come from within the child, parents, teachers, peers and the larger society in which the child lives. Here are a few ways to help children find successful ways to handle life's pressures.
6 Tips to Better Manage Your Stress
In today’s society, more and more people are dealing with stress. It has become increasingly important to find ways to manage stress as it is shown to have a direct relation to your heart’s health.
6 Tips for Interacting Positively with Children on the Autism Spectrum
Children with autism are sometimes ignored and misunderstood. Learn how to recognize the signs and communicate positively with children with this sometimes subtle disability.
6 Things You Need to Know about Mammograms
Unfortunately, Utah women have the second-lowest mammogram screening rate in the country. A mammogram only takes a few minutes and can save your life.
6 Reasons You Should Swim for Your Next Workout
Swimming is one of the best workouts you can do to get healthy. Whether you’re looking for a workout that’ll be easy on your joints, strengthen your heart, or help you lose weight, swimming is the answer.
Women's health
5 Misconceptions About Mammograms
Many misconceptions exist about mammograms, but the fact is mammograms can impact your long-term health — and save your life.
4 Things You Didnt Know About Your Joint Health
While we know in general that losing excess weight can help your overall health, have you ever thought about what that weight does to your joints?
3D Mammography Provides the Best in Breast Imaging
3D mammography is helping physicians make more accurate diagnosis and detect more invasive cancers. So women can take comfort in knowing time taken for a mammogram is time well spent.
3 Ways to End Treadmill Boredom
3 Ways to End Treadmill Boredom
3 tips to getting the most out of your workouts
3 tips to getting the most out of your workouts
Orthopedics
3 Stretches to Prevent Shoulder Pain and Injury
3 Stretches to Prevent Shoulder Pain and Injury
3 Insights Giving Courage to Overwhelmed Moms Everywhere
Are you feeling like motherhood is overwhelming you? You are not alone. Here are three “mommy insights” that will help give you perspective and courage to continue being a great mom.
3 Breast Pumps, But Which is Best?
You might ask what kind of breast pump should I buy, Then I might ask, What are you going to use it for?
6 Tips to Maintain Your Mental Health After Baby
Maintaining Your Mental Health After Baby
Cancer care
Thanks to early detection and mammography, more women surviving breast cancer. One young mother tells how early detection saved her life and the life of her child.
Analey Miltenberger was 18 weeks pregnant with her first child when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Skin Cancer Basics
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. More than 2 million people were diagnosed with skin cancer in 2010. This number is larger than all other cancers combined, and the incidence is increasing rapidly.
Mental Health Integration - Treating the WHOLE Person
The mind is just as crucial as any part of the body when it comes to health and wellbeing. That’s the idea behind Mental Health Integration (MHI) – a system that includes mental healthcare as part of your clinical visit.
Learn About Cancer Genomics
In case you missed it: latest advances in cancer research discussed at most recent Research Colloquium
Pregnancy and baby
Pregnancy Heartburn? 7 Ways to Get Relief
Expectant mothers everywhere are aching to know one thing: “How can I get some relief from this awful pregnancy heartburn?” To help ease your pain, here are some answers to your “burning” questions.
Pregnancy Brain Is Not A Myth
Pregnancy can be overwhelming, and it doesn’t help that you don’t know what’s going on with your body. It is hard to know what’s normal and what’s not. Don't worry. You're not alone.