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Healthy Living

Spring allergies plague Utah: tips to survive the pollen invasion

By Emma Everett
May 18, 2023 12:00 AM
Allergy season is hitting the Wasatch Front full-force this spring, and some are experiencing symptoms for the first time.
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Breaking News

State restricting nonessential medical procedures to fight COVID-19

By Nathan Wanlass
March 24, 2020 12:00 AM
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert released a statement on March 24 saying the state of Utah will begin to restrict dental, veterinary and other nonessential medical procedures starting March 25.
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Metro

The Miracles of the NICU

By Universe Contributor
December 03, 2018 12:00 AM
If you've been seeing a lot of social media posts about premature babies, that's because November is World Prematurity Month, a time to raise awareness for babies born before their due dates. Premature birth is the leading cause of death for young children worldwide, according to March of Dimes, an organization started during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidency in response to his battle with polio. As his case shows, even when even when premies survive, there can be long-lasting effects on the child and the family.
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Metro

Medical Marijuana Compromise

By Universe Contributor
October 19, 2018 12:00 AM
Yesterday, The Utah State Legislature held a committee hearing trying to come to a compromise about medical marijuana. While Proposition 2 is already on the November ballot, committee members addressed the proposed medical marijuana compromise.
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Life

Provo councilwoman Kim Santiago finds strength in challenges

By Alyssa Ledoux
May 09, 2017 12:00 AM
Kim Santiago has been serving on the Provo City Council since 2014. She is currently the only woman on the council. (Kim Santiago)
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Healthy Living

Breast cancer experts encourage women to investigate genetic history

By Karenna Meredith
October 24, 2016 12:00 AM
One out of eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer research professionals say young women should know their genetic background. (Ari Davis.)
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Healthy Living

96-year-old Heimlich uses namesake maneuver on choking woman

By Alayna Pehrson
May 27, 2016 12:00 AM
Dr. Henry Heimlich describes the maneuver he developed to help clear obstructions from the windpipes of choking victims. Heimlich recently used the emergency technique for the first time himself to save a woman choking on food at his senior living center. (Associated Press)
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Music

Artist Wayne Burton balances medical career and musical ambitions

By Mckayla Lundeen
April 16, 2015 12:00 AM
The process of choosing what career path to take is usually a long and rocky one. Some say “follow your dreams,” while others encourage doing what is practical or responsible. Pursuing a passion while also providing a comfortable lifestyle for a family is not a luxury many get to enjoy. Wayne Burton, however, shows that it’s not impossible with a little hard work and dedication.
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Narratives

Mobile medicine: When phones become physicians

By Taylor Hintz
March 23, 2015 12:00 AM
Sixty-seven-year-old Richard Macdonald had a taxing sleeping pattern, waking up every one or two hours throughout the night. He’s no insomniac — his condition is much more common and affects approximately 200,000 Americans. He’s the parent of a diabetic child.
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Campus News

Students prepare for longer version of MCAT

By Isabelle Robinson
February 12, 2015 12:00 AM
Test preparation authorities recently announced that pre-medical students will tackle a longer, harder version of the MCAT this April that is designed to better prepare students for medical school.
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Nation

Salt Lake NGO gives aid, hope

By Casey Adams
May 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Globus Relief responded to needs of Central American nations recently, providing desperately needed health and nutritional supplies to areas in Guatemala and Haiti.
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Campus

Police Beat: Cars parked in faculty parking lot touching bumpers but no damage

By Nivea Soares Wright
May 22, 2012 12:00 AM
Suspicious Persons
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