Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. And every 3.5 minutes, someone dies of stroke. Here are five ways to lower your risk of stroke and...
When you look at your face in the mirror, do you tend to focus on your blemishes such as acne scarring, redness, hyperpigmentation, broken blood vessels, or uneven skin texture...
U of U Health scientists found that low ceramide levels prior to gastric bypass surgery predicted which patients would achieve remission of the diabetes
Mental health challenges do not discriminate—anyone can be affected, just like a physical illness. But because of the type of work frontline responders do, extra support may be needed. That's...
Summer is here, and that means picnics and pool parties. But is it safe to use sunscreen and bug spray if you're pregnant? Should expectant moms take extra precautions at...
Meet Joe Walker, MPA, TRS, CTRS, recreational therapist and Challenge Course Coordinator for the ROPES Course at Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI).
When you reflect on your day, what stands out the most? Chances are, it's something negative—because our brains are wired to latch onto the bad more than the good. Here...
Summer is a wonderful time of year when people tend to spend a lot of time outdoors. However, with more people out and about, summer is also a time when...
Las escenas de violencia y las amenazas han sido cada vez más frecuentes en los campus escolares de todo el paÃs. Aquà se puede informar de cómo puede hablar con...
Muchos de nosotros tenemos antojo de dulces a pesar de que sabemos que estos alimentos pueden no ser la opción más saludable. Las investigaciones demuestran que comer demasiado azúcar puede...
Rachel Hess, M.D., M.S., a physician-scientist recognized for her work in patient-centered outcomes, mid-life women’s health, and clinical and translational science, has been named associate vice president for research at...
Nearly 20 percent of the adult U.S. population lives with a mental health condition, and LGBTQIA+ individuals are nearly three times more likely to be part of that group. It...
Whether you're cooking for a big family or dining solo, meal planning can make a big impact on your health and your pocketbook. Stick with it, and you'll see some...
You may not realize you are at risk for cardiovascular disease or diabetes unless you keep track of your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels on a regular basis...
Jack Moser was only 5 years old when he was run over by a recreational vehicle and seriously injured. Two years later, Jack has overcome serious challenges and is living...
Zoe Messer moved to Salt Lake City to explore the outdoors. During her first ski season, she hit a tree on the slopes and got a severe traumatic brain injury.
Bryan Caldwell was only 34 when he suffered a serious stroke. After two months in the hospital, he was transferred to Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital where he faced many challenges.
Heidi Shaw, a transplant coordinator at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health has been a nurse for 20 years and was inspired to donate one of her kidneys before she turned 50.
The Center for Global Surgery at U of U Health is leading an international, NIH-funded effort to significantly upgrade emergency services in Rwanda by developing GPS-based technology to locate patients...
