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Portabella Mushroom Sandwich Is Perfect for Plant-Forward Grilling

LogoGrowing tired of hotdogs and hamburgers on the grill? A portabella mushroom is a great plant-forward, hearty option for a backyard barbeque.

10 Ways to Prevent Skin Cancer This Summer

LogoThe American Academy of Dermatology says that one in five people will get skin cancer in their lifetime. That number includes more than 800 Utahns who are diagnosed with skin cancer each year.

Intermountain Pediatrician Notices Subtle Symptoms at Child's Check-Up That Lead to Important Diagnosis

LogoConnor Flitton is a healthy, social 16-year-old high schooler who works two jobs, one at an auto shop and the other at his favorite air soft recreational space near Hill Air Force Base in Utah. He loves to golf, ski and go boating.

It Is Important to Keep Cool During Summer Heat

LogoAs temperatures rise, so do the dangers related to the heat. Fortunately, by paying attention to a few simple precautions, individuals can avoid any heat related catastrophes.

New Report Finds Primary Health Care Is a Vital Service That Needs More Funding and Support to Avoid Further Health Inequities

LogoPrimary care is a vital health service that should be available to all Americans, according to a new study and report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Critical Blood Shortage Addressed by Utah's Health Systems

LogoUtah is experiencing the blood shortage being felt national wide, and hospitals and blood suppliers are calling on donors to help address the critical need as demand increases amid one of the busiest times of the year – trauma season.

Intermountain Healthcare Addresses Racism as a Public Health Crisis by Centering Equity in Care

LogoThe stark manifestations of racism and health inequity in 2020 have prompted health leaders across the country to join together and address racism as a public health crisis. Leaders at Intermountain Healthcare are among those taking steps to improve access and care for all patients by centering on equity, which is now a mission-level value.

Finding Truth Amid COVID-19 Vaccine Mixed Messaging

LogoLast year at this time, the citizens of the U.S. along with much of the rest of the world were in the throes of quarantines, watching climbing COVID-19 case numbers, and fighting a lot of confusion, contention, and fear.

Intermountain Healthcare's Acquisition of Classic Air Medical Finalized; Deal Will Enhance Access to Care and Health Services for Rural Communities

LogoIntermountain Healthcare's acquisition of Classic Air Medical, a leading air medical transport company that serves patients in eight western states, has been finalized and Classic is now officially part of Intermountain. Plans for the acquisition were announced last April.

Time Is Running out to Receive 'Downwinder' Cancer Payout

LogoCancer. It's nearly impossible to find a person who hasn't been impacted by the word in some way. But if an individual lived in parts of southern Utah, northern Arizona, or eastern Nevada during the 1950s and '60s, there may be an additional risk.