Avalanche danger is extremely high in Utah - unfortunately, a couple of people have already died because of avalanches. Dr. Troy Madsen discusses what to do if you or someone...
How does one become a Pediatrician, Adult Psychiatrist and a Child Psychiatrist in five years? Why is the University of Utah School of Medicine one of only nine in the...
You’ve childproofed the house to avoid any accidents that could occur – but what many parents overlook are choking hazards in food. Dr. Cindy Gellner explains why certain foods can...
Helmet use is higher than ever, but there has been no reduction in the number of skiing or snowboarding injuries or fatalities. So what’s going on? Dr. Tom Miller asked...
In the United States, obesity and diabetes have risen to epidemic proportions. Dr. Jared Rutter, professor of biochemistry at the University of Utah, explains why our body’s metabolism wasn’t designed...
The information you tell your doctor plays a critical part in them providing maximum care for your physical and emotional health. Yet, a recent survey suggests 52 percent of women...
Set against the beautiful back drop of Cedar City Utah, Southern Utah State University offers it 8000 plus students a private feel (but with public cost) environment. Well known for...
Bob Costas stepped down from hosting Olympic coverage for the first time since 1998 because of a painful case of pink eye. Dr. Troy Madsen from University of Utah Hospital...
When you’re admitted to the hospital, there are two types of observation statuses that your doctor can categorize you as. One of these will cause a significant increase in how...
It has become faster and cheaper than ever to sequence the human genome. So, why doesn't everyone know their genetic code and what it might tell them about their health...
What is the biggest health threat to women worldwide? The answer will likely surprise you. The good news: there is a way to completely eradicate it. Dr. Kirtly Jones tells...
In a detail oriented profession, how important is it to be able to convey yourself accurately? What lessons does one learn in applying to medical school for a third time...
According to emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen, chest pains are one of the most common problems seen in the ER. While there’s always the chance that chest pains indicate...
Patients with the most aggressive forms of breast cancer die because the disease spreads to other organs, or becomes metastatic. Researcher Alana Welm, a professor at Huntsman Cancer Institute has...
Your child is nearing the age of 10, but they’re still bedwetting. It’s something that’s actually very common in kids, but it’s also a common concern for many parents as...
When you live in areas with beautiful mountains and valleys, you tend to want to get out and enjoy them. And when you do, it’s going to happen, you’re going...
There’s nothing better than gathering around a warm fireplace with the family when the weather gets a little chilly outside. But it can actually be quite dangerous, and maybe in...
You pay a visit to the dentist, he gives you some antibiotics for that toothache, and shortly afterward you develop diarrhea. Doesn’t sound right, does it? But happens more often...
What do the initials PM&R stand for? Does caring for a patient as a whole person and improving the quality of life interest you? Why is a strong background in...
A recent report changed when physicians should prescribe blood pressure medication. But does it also redefine what is considered high blood pressure? Dr. Miller tells you about the new guidelines...
Surprisingly, many women don’t know what the cervix is or what it does, according to Dr. Kirtly Jones. Take a moment to learn about the cervix and the important functions...
In many places in the world, using your hands to eat from a communal dish is part of the culture. For some Americans, that can seem a little gross -...
On April 15, 2013 as a crowd of over 500,000 took to the streets of Boston to cheer on the participants nearing the end of the Boston Marathon, two bombs...
