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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.
Nurturing Hope: How losing weight could help your fertility journey
Weight loss is a journey as personal and emotional as your fertility journey.
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.
Goodbye flu, hello healthy: How to prep for this flu season
Your comprehensive guide to staying well-informed and healthy this fall
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A new alternative for pain relief during labor
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.
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.
Top 10 Myths about Heart Health
Tacking misinformation around cardiovascular topics isn’t for the faint of heart.
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.
Swimming and Ear Tubes
When your child gets ear tubes put in, you expect relief – no more ear infections, drainage or pain.
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
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?
Foot & Ankle: Is it Really Just an Ankle Sprain?
Dr. Rigby discusses foot and ankle sprains and treatment.
Exercise and its Impact on the Brain
The mind and the body are linked. When you improve your physical health, you’ll automatically experience greater mental health.
Do High Heels Cause Bunions?
Six ways to treat foot pain caused by bunions.
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
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.
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.
Better Heart Health Means More Birthdays... and That's a Good Thing
There's a sort-of consensus out there that once you hit a certain age, you don't really look forward to your birthdays. Especially when you hit 40, 50, 60 or higher. David Larsen, one of the firefighters competing in the 2014 My Heart Challenge, celebrated his 40th birthday this past week
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Be active: Prevent heart disease
Being physically active is an important component to preventing heart disease, the nation's No. 1 killer. To improve overall cardiovascular health, we suggest at least 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise.
Be prepared - know the signs of a stroke
Signs and symptoms of stroke always come on suddenly. Recognizing these signs and symptoms early can make a big difference in the outcome of the stroke.
Backpacks: Are Your Kids Overloaded?
You send your kids out the door, lunch in hand, backpack loaded. Wait, what is all in that backpack?
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.
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 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
Most Will Experience Back Pain, but What Can be Done
Eight out of ten people will have back pain at some point in their lifetime, but getting an appointment to see a specialist can sometimes take weeks, if not months.
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 West Nile Virus and Other Mosquito Borne Illnesses
Warm summer nights can be very inviting, coaxing folks to linger on the porch or in the yard when the temperature finally starts dropping. Unfortunately, it is also the time that disease carrying mosquitos come out to feed.
Avoid the Pitfalls of Restrictive Dieting
Dieting is a never-ending cycle for most of us. We overeat or binge, which can bring weight gain. Then we have this desire to be thin and decide to go on a diet.
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.
Avoid Kidney Stones: Eat and Drink Right
Passing a kidney stone is one of the most painful experiences possible. Unfortunately, once you’ve had a kidney stone, your risk of having a second one is 30 percent within 5 years and 50 percent within 10 years
Avoid Falling for Grocery Store Food Traps
We’re all trying to be healthier and most of us seek out healthier foods in the grocery stores. Unfortunately, marketers hone in on key ingredients to maketheir products sound healthier, and more alluring at our expense. Watch out for these traps
Aspartame: Is it Safe as a Sugar Substitute?
Aspartame is a common replacement for sugar that is 200 times sweeter to the taste. However, aspartame has always been subject to controversy because people have reported suffering from adverse effects - so we ask: is it really that safe to use as a sugar substitute?
Are you updating your 72-hour emergency kit often enough?
When an emergency hits, it’s crucial to be prepared with adequate amounts of water, food, and basic necessities. A 72-hour kit, also called a disaster supply kit, is a small collection of things that you would need in an emergency.
"Tin Man" Finally Gets His Heart
Doctors keep West Jordan father alive using a total artificial heart until a donor heart became available.
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?
Arm and Shoulder Exercises with Minimal Equipment
In case you didn't know... you don't have to go to the gym to build your arm and shoulder muscles. You can actually do some pretty simple exercises at home, using minimal equipment, to help strengthen your triceps and shoulder muscles. Check out these simple exercises and add them to your next exercise routine.
Arizona Man Has New Lease on Life Thanks to SynCardia Total Artificial Heart
Andrew Weaver and his wife, Heather, feared he wouldn’t see their daughter, Haley, grow up because he was dying of heart failure. Instead, Andrew gets to cherish family moments that he would have missed, thanks to the SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart
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.
Are girls more prone to ACL injuries?
Intermountain studies how to prevent these injuries in youth soccer.
Are protein shakes healthy?
Not everyone needs the extra protein that a protein shake can add to your diet. But protein shakes can help if you are not getting enough protein in your diet.
An Innovative Heart Procedure for Linda
Intermountain specialists have pioneered leading-edge heart advances for decades, benefitting patients like Linda Smith, one of the first recipients of a new-generation aortic valve replacement.
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.
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
AHA16: An Opportunity for the World's Top Heart Researchers to Collaborate
The American Heart Association's 2016 Scientific Sessions in New Orleans will bring together science, technology and networking opportunities for heart clinicians and researchers from around the world.
Aging Gracefully: Senior Health
Aging, it has been said, isn’t for the weak. While there is no way to turn back the hands of time, there are some things that you can do that can improve your life and increase the fulfillment and joy you find in your golden years.
After a Year Battling Cancer, Teacher Shares Her Journey of Healing
After a year receiving cancer treatment at Logan Regional, teacher Ashlena Johnson says she wouldn't go anywhere else: "The entire experience was phenomenal.”
After His Heart Stopped, Patient Grateful He Received CPR
Keith Hambly isn't sure how long his heart was stopped, but he knows that without CPR he might not be alive. Today, he promotes CPR awareness in the hopes that it will save others.
Advanced Trauma Care at Intermountain Proves Lifesaving for John Ames
Recently expanded trauma services at Intermountain’s Dixie Regional meant lifesaving treatment was close to home for St. George realtor John Ames when he broke his pelvis after falling 38 feet into a ravine last year.
Advancing Cancer Treatment: Intermountain Leads the Way with Targeted, Personalized Therapies
The future of cancer treatment looks promising at Intermountain Healthcare. That’s because Intermountain’s physicians and researchers are using precision genomics to provide a personalized approach to testing, diagnosing and treating cancer.
From Singapore to
Primary Children’s Hospital – A Teens Battle with Childhood Cancer
Addie Napierski felt a little foggy as she looked up at the hospital lights. “Oh yeah,” she thought, abruptly aware of where she was. Her mom, April, sat nearby, looking anxious and waiting for Addie to wake up enough to hear the news
A Team-Based Approach to Mental Health Integration in Primary Care
Long before patient-centered medical homes or accountable care organizations were buzzwords, Salt Lake City–based Intermountain Healthcare was looking at all of the points of care that could improve the health of patients in its system. It did not take long to identify mental health as a problem.
A Tale of Two Meals
One survey indicates that up to one-third of Americans feel they have a food “allergy,” but carefully done studies indicate that true food allergies occur in about 6-8% of children and 3-4% of adults. What, then, accounts for the difference?
A Stroke Can Strike Anyone at Any Age. Here's the Warning Signs and 4 Ways to Reduce Your Risk
Stroke is the third-leading cause of death in the United States, and perhaps more importantly, it is the leading cause of long-term disability.
A physician's weight loss journey
My challenge to all of us is to focus more on adopting an attitude and lifestyle of health. Eat less, eat better, stop smoking, and exercise more.
A Non-Candy Coated Look at Added Sugar
The fact is simple and sweet: too much sugar is not good for you. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you cut down on sugar for good.
A Man's Guide to Preventive Maintenance
Men are great at assuring their car gets the required maintenance to keep it running smoothly. But they aren't great about taking charge of their own health to keep the engine running. Here are five ways men can maintain their health with good preventive care.
A Lucky Fall - Duane L. Monette
The diagnosis was “carcinoma of unknown primary origin.” At his home in Utah, Monette visited Dr. Brian Tudor of Intermountain Healthcare’s Southwest Cancer Clinic in St. George.
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 Healthy Heart Starts With An Active Lifestyle
Every year about 700,000 Americans have a heart attack, according to the Centers for Disease Control. A heart attack can happen to anyone at anytime. However, many people think it’ll never happen to them. The data suggests otherwise.
80% of Americans Don't Get Enough Exercise. Do you?
It’s January and everybody is going to the gym. I applaud and encourage everyone who is making a commitment to be more active as their New Year’s resolution, but before you take on a P90X or Insanity workout, let’s talk a little about what you need to know so you can be healthy and successful.
25 Years of Progress in the Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer
25 years of progress in the detection and treatment of breast cancer
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.
9 Tips to Prevent Skin Cancer
9 Tips to Prevent Skin Cancer
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.
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 to Help You Snack Better and Control Your Weight
Snacking can be a useful weight management tool – if you make the right choices.
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 to Know About Diabetes
Diabetes, often referred to by doctors as diabetes mellitus, describes a group of metabolic diseases in which the person has high blood glucose (blood sugar), either because insulin production is inadequate, or because the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, or both.
New moms share newborn stresses
Amazing, magical, and beautiful often describe the excitement of childbirth, but with a new baby comes new stressors.
5 Steps to Reducing Door-to-Needle Times for Stroke Patients
Intermountain Medical Center’s door-to-needle time dropped to 33 minutes. Here's how they did it.
5 Snacks to Help Battle High Cholesterol
Here are some healthy snack ideas to get you maintain your blood sugar, metabolism, and even cholesterol levels throughout the day.
5 Lifestyle Changes You Can Make to Help Reverse Prediabetes
5 Lifestyle Changes You Can Make to Help Reverse Prediabetes
5 Heart Numbers Everyone Should Know
5 Heart Numbers Everyone Should Know
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?
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.
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.