Health

The latest Utah news from Friday morning, Jan. 28, 2022

University of Utah sleep expert Kelly Baron says shifting back to standard time can be a wake-up call to how sleep deprived many people are. It can also underscore the benefits of more rest.

Our gut microbiome is home to fungi, too. How our immune system targets a shapeshifting yeast — to our benefit and its.

Doctors in Utah and around the world are working to better understand the potential long-term impacts of COVID-19 on the body.

Wednesday morning, Jan. 22, 2020DREAMers Bid For Utah BarThe public comment period closes Thursday on a proposed rule that would allow certain immigrants…

Tuesday morning, December 24, 2019Bipartisan Tax ReferendumA number of candidates for Utah governor — Democratic and Republican — are backing a proposed…

The lack of access to nutritious food is a major issue across Indian Country. One program in Nevada is looking to increase healthy habits among youth on...

Monday morning, November 25, 2019Latest Tax Reform ProposalUtah’s tax code will get a major overhaul by the end of the year if lawmakers get their way.…

A report out this week shows a significant number of Americans don't have access to basic services like running water. And many of the places that lack...

A new report from the American Thoracic Society shows how tightening federal air-pollution standards would pay off in better health and longer lives.The…

The American Red Cross has announced a blood shortage and is asking for all eligible donors to come give blood. Red Cross representatives say fewer people…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is asking doctors to not use the FluMist nasal spray vaccine for this year’s flu season. A committee of…