Alzheimer's is most common in people over 65, but Julianne Moore's character develops an early-onset form at age 50.

A 1-year-old girl suffocated when relatives tried to treat her head lice with mayonnaise.

Chili peppers are a hot new diet trend, according to some news stories. But a doctor explains why more research is needed.

Seasonal affective disorder affects more than 500,000 Americans, including many Utahns. Learns the symptoms and possible treatment options.

Those herbal pills you're taking may not contain what you think they do, according to tests run on supplements sold at four popular stores.

You don't have to look your age. Restore your youthful glow through facial rejuvenation. Here, we review the most common surgical and nonsurgical options.

A new study out of Utah recommends physicians continue to induce labor for mothers who are under medical duress. Despite previous claims that inducing labor might increase the likelihood of...

When operated at high voltage, electronic cigarettes release formaldehyde, a substance that can increase the risk of cancer.

Measles is back in the United States. More than one hundred cases of the illness are now confirmed, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say they are "very...

According to a recent study, the risk of broken bones increases in both weigh gain and loss in older women. The findings challenge the belief that weight gain shields older...

An implantable device for people who are obese has won the FDA's approval. But a doctor says it's too early to recommend it.

路易莎的, the director of the Genetic Science Learning Center, has been awarded the Genetics Society of America's Elizabeth W. Jones Award for Excellence in Education.

Everyone needs to exercise, whether you're trying to lose weight or not. Even a little bit helps.

Acorns, although less common on the table, are an ecologically friendly and sustainable food source. Check out these tips and recipes for harvesting and cooking acorns.

Cindy is a glowing new mom. On January 15, she gave birth to her first child at the University of Utah Hospital.

The Medical Intensive Care Unit transformed into a wedding chapel Wednesday night, complete with fresh flowers, pink decorations and teary-eyed guests.

For every mile driven, elderly drivers pose a higher risk for being involved in a collision. Here's what you can do to help your loved one decide when it's time...

Cervical cancer in its early stages usually has no symptoms, so it's important to know your risk factors and get regular checkups. Here's how to assess your risk.

The beginning of a new year is when many people try to change their eating habits in hopes of a slimmer waist line, and better health in general. 并不是所有的...

Often lumped together because they have similar symptoms, colds and the flu have several differences. Here are the symptoms for each and why it matters.

The pain can be almost unbearable. Sciatica can come on suddenly, or occur after sitting for long periods of time. The pain radiates from the sciatic nerve that runs from...

研究ers have found that people who hug more get sick less.

A child's room is no place for a television set. For years that has been the warning from pediatricians all over the world. Now though, they are saying it isn't...