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Hope and healing possible for those hurt by pornography, Elder Renlund says
Hanna Seariac, Deseret News | Posted May 6 - 7:23 a.m. | Save Story
Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offered hope to those who feel lost at the Utah Coalition Against Pornography conference at the Salt Palace Convention Center on Saturday.
Maternal mortality in US dropped in 2022, CDC reports
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 4:05 p.m. | Save Story
The number of maternal deaths in the U.S. declined in 2022 after several years of increases, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released Thursday. And the number of live births climbed, but just a little.
If you want to preserve religious freedom, teach your kids to value it, family panel says
Hanna Seariac, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 10:21 a.m. | Save Story
Social science research shows religious beliefs and community, when done in a healthy manner, have positive associations with the health of families, an expert says.
Program that helps feed Utah children loses major funding after donation pull
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted May 4 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
A program that feeds nearly 20,000 kids in northern Utah needs local help after a major donator pulled a $300,000 donation.
Family holds blood drive for 1-year-old boy fighting cancer
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted May 3 - 8:27 p.m. | Save Story
One-year-old Onyx Onederra was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia last month, an aggressive type of blood cancer. His family hosted a blood drive in his honor on Friday to get the word out that blood donations are needed in Utah.
Parents frustrated after Mt. Nebo Middle School evacuated after 3 threats in 2 weeks
Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV | Posted May 1 - 9:07 a.m. | Save Story
Parents expressed irritation over a bomb threat toward Mt. Nebo Middle School which led to a campus-wide evacuation, the third threat against the school in two weeks.
Supplement company doesn't want anyone, especially school kids, to go hungry
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted April 29 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah nutrition supplement company is dedicating significant resources to ensure children have enough to eat when they're not in school.
Social media affects views on mental illness, study finds
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted April 28 - 9:27 p.m. | Save Story
Teens and young adults spend a lot of time on social media. The messages they encounter there could be key to helping or hurting those who struggle with anxiety and depression.
Report finds comprehensive approach may improve suicide prevention on college campuses
Sky Mundell, KSL.com | Posted April 28 - 5:32 p.m. | Save Story
A new report indicates substantial improvements in the mental health of students at colleges that participate in a comprehensive approach to mental health issues.
US birthrate hit new low in 2023
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted April 25 - 9:59 p.m. | Save Story
U.S. women are starting families later and having fewer children, some forgoing having kids entirely. The U.S total fertility rate hit its lowest point, falling to a record 1.62 births per woman.
Autism program at Utah State University is helping kids across the world
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted April 24 - 5:35 p.m. | Save Story
An overseas supermodel-turned-philanthropist is getting help from Utah State University to teach children with autism.
3 in 5 families are short-order cooks for picky kids. Here's what to do instead
Madeline Holcombe, CNN | Posted April 23 - 12:32 p.m. | Save Story
Each of Tara Marklin's three sons have vastly different approaches to eating: The oldest eats the widest array, the middle likes vegetables but takes strong stances on other foods and her 3-year-old wants to live off of oxygen and mac and cheese, she said.
'Wheelchair Dad' reveals completed bedroom remodel on birthday
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted April 22 - 8:03 a.m. | Save Story
A paralyzed father of six has taken it upon himself to design and remodel his daughters' bedroom. On his 47th birthday Sunday, he revealed the finished project.
Melatonin industry asked to voluntarily tighten standards after dramatic rise in childhood ER visits
Sandee LaMotte, CNN | Posted April 17 - 6:52 a.m. | Save Story
Makers of melatonin supplements have 18 to 24 months to voluntarily add child-deterrent packaging and improve cautionary language on labels of over-the-counter products, according to the Council for Responsible Nutrition, the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry.
Stop, drop, cover and hold on: Annual 'shakeout' event aims to prepare Utahns for an earthquake
Sky Mundell, KSL.com | Posted April 15 - 8:34 p.m. | Save Story
Ahead of this year's Great Utah Shakeout, the Utah Division of Emergency Management is teaching Utahns how to navigate an emergency caused by an earthquake.
Herriman teen blazing her way through barbecue competitions
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted April 15 - 5:32 p.m. | Save Story
A Herriman teen is on her way to earning the title of "grill master" as she blazes her way through national grilling competitions.
Utah husband, father who died in snowmachine accident in Island Park, lived a life dedicated to helping others
Brittni Johnson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted April 15 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
A husband and father who lived a life full of service is also being remembered for the love he showed others.
Idaho mother whose son died fighting in Ukraine wants to travel there and pay it forward
Andrea Olson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted April 14 - 9:20 p.m. | Save Story
An Idaho mother who lost her son in 2022 after he fought in Ukraine wants to give back to the people who cared for him by traveling to the country.
