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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.

Wellness and preventative medicine

Understanding Kidney Stones: How to recognize, prevent and manage them

Stay informed and take control of your kidney health with expert advice and practical tips

Pregnancy and baby

Is Simply Birth right for you?

How to have a home-like birth within the safety of a hospital setting

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.

Wellness and preventative medicine

Living with COPD and Asthma: Tips for managing daily life

With the right strategies and support, you can manage your symptoms and enjoy a better quality of life.

Pregnancy and baby

Learn about the benefits of hypnosis for birth

A new alternative for pain relief during labor

Wellness and preventative medicine

Creating family adventures with parent-friendly services at the zoo

Accessibility options make the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance a welcoming place for all

Neurology

How to prepare and what to expect from an MRI

By knowing what to expect during an MRI, you can feel more at ease during the procedure.

Wellness and preventative medicine

Will this allergy season be extra bad due to the dry winter?

You're not imagining it – allergy season is worse this year. Here are some tips to manage your symptoms.

Women's health

Learn the importance of a postpartum checkup

Find out the importance of postpartum checkups during the “fourth trimester”

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.

New Technology Helps Keep Breast Cancer from Coming Back

With the help of new technology, doctors can find and treat the stray cancer cells that make cancer come back.

Why Are My Allergies Worse in the Fall?

Four ways to treat seasonal allergies including new alternatives to allergy shots and other tips from an allergist.

What does snow do to your seasonal allergies?

Allergy season has hit Utah with a vengeance this year, thanks to an unusually warm winter. You might get a small break from seasonal allergies with the snowfall. However, the snow can only keep pollen and other allergens away for so long. 

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

Unconventional Transplant May Be Answer to Chronic Intestinal Infection

Not to be graphic, but poop may have more uses than being deposited in a toilet. An unconventional therapy called fecal transplant uses feces from a healthy person to help treat a patient suffering from an infection known as C. diff

The Winged and Wingless Allergy Demons

​Every year around this time we see an increased number of patients who have suffered sting reactions from venomous flying insects.​

Swimming and Ear Tubes

When your child gets ear tubes put in, you expect relief – no more ear infections, drainage or pain.

Surprise! Increasing Fiber in Your Diet Promotes Digestive Health and Much More!

Yes, your gut is glorious, and you want to keep it that way.

Ear, nose, and throat

Sudden Hearing Loss Restored by Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

When Intermountain pediatrician Dennis Odell, MD, and his wife boarded the airplane in Atlanta on their way home to Salt Lake City, everything was normal, including Dr. Odell’s hearing. But at some point during the flight he realized he had lost all of his hearing in his right ear.

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

Signs you might have a thyroid problem

It’s not always easy to know if you have a problem with your thyroid. Knowing some of the common symptoms of an underactive or overactive thyroid will help give you an idea of you need to talk to your doctor.

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.

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 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?

Good Bugs for Your Gut

The human body is loaded with bacteria! Billions of bacteria, more like trillions, in your body. Ugh!Historically, the bad bacteria usually got all the press-Legionnaire’s disease, E. coli, Salmonella. What about the good guys? Finally, they’re getting good press.

Difficulty Swallowing Might Be Inflammation Called Eosinophilic Esophagitis

The call from the emergency department came late one Sunday evening. The patient was a fourth year medical student who was a few weeks away from graduation. He had a piece of pork chop stuck in his throat, which had been there for several hours

Is Connect Care Right for a Cough or Sore Throat?

Connect Care is a great way to get help for many urgent medical issues. While there are many things that can be done with a telehealth visit

Better Than Sunscreen: Dress Your Kids in UV Protective Clothing

A sunburn in childhood can dramatically increase your chance of skin cancer later. UV protective clothing and sunblock are the best defense against UV rays.

Nutrition and weight loss

Beware of Avoiding Gluten If You Don't Have Celiac Disease

If you don’t have celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity, eliminating gluten from your diet can cause nutritional deficiencies.

Get Outside and Play! The Benefits of Parks for Kids

While school is out, you might be at a loss about what to do to keep your children happy and healthy during the dog days of summer. The answer may be easier than you'd expect – try a trip to the local park.

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.

Beating the Cold and Flu Blues: Sick Day Management for People with Diabetes

As cooler weather approaches, many of us look forward to fall and winter events. What we don’t look forward to is cold and flu season.

Backpacks: Are Your Kids Overloaded?

You send your kids out the door, lunch in hand, backpack loaded. Wait, what is all in that backpack?

Back to School Guide in 5 Steps

Parents everywhere are rejoicing and kids are shedding tears. Why? Because it's August and for some school starts in just a few days. Here are 5 ways to get kids back into the swing of sleep routine, reducing school stress, and dealing with back to school emotions.

Back to School 6 Steps to Start a Healthy Year

Summer's end brings the advent of a new school year. Preparing for a smooth transition can be crucial to developing a more focused learning environment.

Back-to-School and Childhood Illnesses

Every parent has been there. Your child wakes up at 2 am and they’re sick with … something. It’s two weeks into a new school year, so you’re sure it’s something they picked up

Baby Your Baby - Preventing Pediatric Constipation

Discussion of dietary and bowel habits is an important part of routine health supervision visits for infants and children of all ages. This is because inadequate fluid and/or fiber intake can lead to constipation, a common childhood concern.

Baby Your Baby - All About RSV

If you have a newborn or a young child, you may have heard a lot about RSV. In this article, we answer some common questions you may have about this illness.

Baby Your Baby - All About Croup

If you have a newborn or a young child, you may have heard a lot about croup. In this article, we answer some common questions you may have about this illness.

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.

Avoiding Respiratory Viruses for Kids

Fall/Winter and virus season is approaching and keeping kids healthy is a top priority for Utah families. Below are some tips and information about what you can do to avoid illness.

Here's How Your Family Can Avoid Sharing a Cold or the Flu

Understanding common types of sickness and how long you’re contagious will help you decide if you should stay home another day or get back to life as scheduled.

Ask Nurse Dani: When Should I Feel My Baby Move?

The first time you feel your baby move will be unforgettable, especially for first-time moms. But when will it happen, and what should you expect?

Are You at Risk for Breast Cancer?

Are you at risk for breast cancer? Take our breast cancer risk quiz today.

Are Bio-Identical Hormones for Menopause Safe to Use?

Are bio-identical hormones safe to use for menopause? Dr. Cannon tells us about this "natural" alternative to hormone replacement therapy.

Seasonal Allergies During Pregnancy

As springtime approaches, so does allergy season. Many pregnant women are faced with this common problem, yet are uncertain about what they can do to minimize their symptoms while keeping their unborn baby safe.

Alternative Communication Ideas for Individuals With Autism

Many individuals on the autism spectrum do not even have the use of basic gestures to help them get their needs across

All You've Ever Wanted to Know About Allergy Shots

Allergy immunotherapy can significantly help in the remission of allergy symptoms, but do you know how? Read on to find out.

Allergy Season: Dr. Silge Answers Your Questions

Last week Allergist Dr. Robert Silge joined us to answer all your allergy questions. He discussed everything from seasonal allergies to food allergies, scratch tests and over the counter treatments.

Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids

You could use some help around the house. Between work, and keeping track of your kids, you just aren’t making it through all of your household chores. You think your child is old enough to help out with chores, but you aren’t sure

Air Quality and Exercise: Tips for Staying Active When The Air Quality is Poor

It’s that time of year again. We’re starting to hear about bad air on the news, then we’ll see it driving into town and finally we’ll taste it in the air. On the worst days it doesn’t even feel healthy to breathe, let alone go for a run or walk.

Air you can taste and smell probably isn't good to breathe!

The inversion has arrived in full force this week, and it's thick! Inversions plague the Wasatch Front, Uintah Basin, and Cache Valley for days to weeks in the winter months. So, what can you do?

Say No to Inversion: Tips on How You Can Improve Air Quality Right Now

As the days get colder, every Utahn knows what’s in store—first class skiing and snowboarding, cozy nights curled up with a cup of hot cocoa, and…inversion

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.

A Little About PPD – Postpartum Depression

If you’ve just had a baby, you may be struggling with a heightened mindset of sadness. While feeling a little down for a few weeks after giving birth is normal, here are some questions you might have if you’re concerned that it may be more than just the “baby blues.”

A Guide to Fevers in Kids

Fevers occur when the body’s internal thermostat raises the body temperature above its normal level. There are different causes of fevers, but there are a few ways to know if they should be considered serious.

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!  

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.

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 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

10 Easy Ways to Beat Seasonal Allergies When the Pollen Count Spikes

There are things you can do to minimize the impact of seasonal allergies.

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.

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

8 FAQS about the Breast Cancer Gene

Working with breast cancer patients is both challenging and incredibly rewarding. While watching my patients suffer can be tough, I am often inspired by their strength, resolve and selflessness.

8 Things New Moms Want to Know About Breastfeeding

Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned parenting pro, breastfeeding often comes with its fair share of questions. Here are some answers to common questions that mothers—new and veteran—may have.

Wellness and preventative medicine

7 Ways You (Especially Teachers) Can Prevent Vocal Injuries

While it’s common to experience hoarseness from colds or upper respiratory infections, a voice disorder extends beyond cold symptoms and lasts for several weeks or longer.

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.

7 Symptoms of Cataracts

At some point, the maturing lens begins to opacify, blocking and scattering the light entering the eye. If left untreated, a cataract will naturally continue to progress. Read more to recognize these 7 signs of cataracts and what can be done to reduce risk.

6 Ways to Protect Your Skin During Cold Weather

Here are some tips to help reduce chapping and redness and keep your skin healthy and comfortable until spring arrives.

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 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 Surprising Causes of Adult Acne

Not a teenager and still dealing with acne? Nearly every case of adult acne can be treated with professional help from a dermatologist.

5 Ways Moms Can Overcome Feeling Overwhelmed

The stress of motherhood can leave anyone feeling overwhelmed. But taking time to care for yourself will allow you to better care for your family.

5 Tips for Moving to a New House While Pregnant

Selling a home and moving is an exciting, and sometimes stressful, time for everyone in the family. Doing so while pregnant increases the excitement level, but can also increase the stress level and potential impacts on your pregnancy plan. 

5 Things I Wish I Knew as a First Time Mom

5 Things I Wish I Knew as a First Time Mom

5 Things You Can do to Minimize Fall Allergy Symptoms

5 Things You Can do to Minimize Fall Allergy Symptoms

5 Things You Should Do Before Delivery

5 Things You Should Do Before Delivery

New moms share newborn stresses

Amazing, magical, and beautiful often describe the excitement of childbirth, but with a new baby comes new stressors. 

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.

5 Common Warts and How They're Treated

Warts… for kids they’re embarrassing and adults find them as a mere inconvenience, but what are they? 

5 Common Car Seat Mistakes

With so many ways to install a car seat it’s easy to make a mistake or miss something. Below are the top five mistakes parents make when using car seats and suggestions on how to correct each problem.

4 Earplugs Types that Protect Your Hearing When it Counts

Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions in the United States, and noise exposure is one of the biggest contributors. 

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 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

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.

Strep Throat or Sore Throat

With kids returning to school, and cold and flu season quickly approaching, many children and adults will soon be feeling the effects of a sore throat. How do you know if it's just a sore throat? ​

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.​

Immunotherapy Do's and Drops

Children and adults who suffer from seasonal allergies can find outdoor activities in the spring and fall difficult. Advances in immunotherapy has found allergy drops to be as effective as injections. Does this scenario sound familiar? 

Allergy Immunotherapy

Allergies to environmental inhalants such as pollens, molds, animals, dust mites, etc. are responsible for unpleasant and often debilitating symptoms in up to 30% of the American population.​

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.