NASA Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman and pilot Victor Glover are stepping away from active spaceflight following their historic lunar flyby, leaving Christina Koch as the sole remaining active crew member on the active astronaut rolls, according to announcements by NASA. The transition shifts the veteran spacefarers into emeritus roles where they will mentor future … Read more
Jonathan Sculley underwent a complex lobectomy and bronchoplasty at Emory Healthcare, where a cancerous tumor was successfully removed from his lung using the Intuitive da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system, according to local reports from CBS News Atlanta. The advanced technology allowed Dr. Manu Sancheti, director of robotic thoracic surgery for Emory Healthcare, to perform … Read more
Alcohol consumption in the United States accounts for a significantly larger share of cancer deaths than previously understood, with the percentage of alcohol-attributable cancer fatalities rising more than 58% among adults over a 33-year period, according to a study published Monday in The Lancet Regional Health – Americas journal. The research, which analyzed data from … Read more
Aubry Alldredge, a 22-year-old fitness enthusiast from Kaysville, has become the first individual with Down syndrome to earn a certification as an UpBeat Barre instructor, according to local media reports. Alldredge achieved the milestone after years of attending fitness classes at VASA Fitness in Kaysville, where she practiced Zumba, dance, HIGH Fitness, UpBeat Pilates, SilverSneakers, … Read more
According to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, bear incidents requiring state response have doubled this year compared to last year, driven largely by severe drought conditions and a failing natural food supply. State wildlife biologists reported 168 responses to bear issues as of late August, up from 83 total responses the previous year, setting … Read more
Utah collegiate football programs enter the season amid sweeping coaching changes, conference realignments, and high-stakes roster turnover, according to program announcements and athletic department reports. Across the state, universities are adjusting to new leadership and opponents as competition kicks off. According to athletic department updates, Morgan Scalley has taken over as the University of Utah’s … Read more
Daraxonrasib has emerged as a significant development in the treatment of stage 4 pancreatic cancer, with clinical trials showing it can double patient survival time from 6.7 months to 13.2 months. According to Dr. Mark Lewis, director of gastrointestinal oncology at Intermountain Health, the medication represents a shift in targeting the KRAS mutation, providing a … Read more
Park City wellness franchises and physician-led healthspan clinics are expanding rapidly across Utah, offering advanced preventative services to a population already ranking ninth nationwide for life expectancy, according to recent regional business data. Entrepreneurs and medical professionals report a surge in demand for non-invasive therapies ranging from AI-driven resistance training to red light treatments, reflecting … Read more
Brigham Young University football coach Kalani Sitake is balancing team discipline with player rehabilitation after reserve linebacker Ephraim Asiata was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Provo. According to charging documents, the July 2 arrest involved multiple misdemeanor and infraction counts, prompting an active review of the player’s status by university officials … Read more
Yellowstone Bison Safety: Understanding the Risks of North America’s Largest Land Mammal Bison in Yellowstone National Park are capable of accelerating to 35 mph, a speed that exceeds the men’s world record for the 100-meter dash. While often perceived as placid grazers, these animals, which can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and stand 6 feet … Read more