Keep on smiling: Dental event aims to prevent tooth decay in kids
The annual ‘Give Kids a Smile Day’ was hosted by Idaho State University and Southeastern Idaho Public Health Saturday.…
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Avalanche class aims to keep snowmobilers safe
Nationwide, skiers are most frequently killed in avalanches, according to data from the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. But in Idaho, it’s…
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Jackson Hole health agencies track Coronavirus
As an international destination resort, the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is helping visitors and businesses answer concerns about the Novel…
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Getting healthcare in rural Idaho areas could become easier
Idaho residents in rural areas would have easier access to healthcare under proposed legislation that moved to the full House on…
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Rural hospital’s new ‘isolation room’ ready for potential coronavirus outbreak
The fight to contain the coronavirus continues in major hospitals and government agencies across the globe.…
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SIPH offers free dental care for children
Southeastern Idaho Public Health is partnering with Idaho State University and area dentists to provide a day of free dental care for…
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New clinical trial aims to create national oncology database to advance cancer research and treatment
“This trial can fundamentally change the way that we do research across the…
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Idaho Medicaid expansion signups pass 60,000
The number of Idaho residents who have signed up for Medicaid under the state’s voter-approved expanded coverage has passed 60,000.…
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‘Anything’s possible’: Potato Cup winners take difficult path to the finish line
This year, some of the race’s winners had a more difficult path to the finish line than others.…
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Gold’s Gym encouraging Pocatello-Chubbuck community to lose a ton of weight
As part of the Pocatello-Chubbuck community’s first-ever weight loss challenge, dozens filled Gold’s Gym on Thursday afternoon to weigh in.…
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Idaho Falls welcomes new hospital
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is formally welcoming the new Idaho Falls Community Hospital to the region Thursday. …
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8 foods that age your skin faster
Take a look at what foods (and drinks) may be prematurely aging your…
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‘If we can’t go, we can’t go’: Portneuf Air Rescue is ready to go, except in snow
When accidents happen, as they often do, help isn’t always a quick drive away. Luckily, in situations like that, Portneuf Air Rescue can cut response…
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Flu spreads rapidly in Wyoming but other states faring worse
Influenza is spreading rapidly in Wyoming. Wyoming Department of Health officials don’t typically release numbers of flu cases in the middle of flu…
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2 Idaho children have died from flu-related causes
Idaho public health officials are reporting two Idaho children have died from influenza-related causes.…
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Suicide attempts on the rise in Blackfoot
A rise in suicide attempts is leading the Blackfoot Police Department to focus on critical incident…
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10 foods you think are healthy but aren’t
Take a look at 10 foods that aren’t as good for you as you may have…
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Idaho exchange enrollment dips due to Medicaid expansion 
Fewer people signed up for health insurance under the state’s insurance exchange program following Medicaid expansion, state officials said…
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How to accomplish your fitness New Years resolution
“There’s not one perfect fitness plan for everyone. Everyone’s goals are different and they need to be individualized to that…
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How to make your New Year’s resolution stick
According to U.S. News and World Report, 80 percent of ‘resolution-er’s’ give up by the second week of February.…
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Overdoses on the rise in Pocatello
Overdoses are on the rise in the Gate City. On Christmas Day, the Pocatello Fire Department responded to three separate overdoses, one fatal.…
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How lack of daylight can affect our sleeping patterns
Right now, Idahoans only see about eight hours of sunlight each day, which can take a toll on our…
Continue Reading CDC: Idaho is among the states under ‘widespread’ flu alert
The flu season is off to an early start this year, and Idaho is being hit particularly hard. Health officials say this year’s influenza virus is an…
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Unneeded medical brace appears to be part of Medicare scam
For the past several weeks, Glenna Hellickson has been receiving calls from a man who seems to have a lot of personal information about her husband,…
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How to support people coping with grief
Friends, coworkers and neighbors of the Hansen family know how much of an impact they’ve had on Southeast…
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From heart to heart: Musician helping local mother with heart failure
For 36-year-old Mandy Dutton, life has always had its challenges. Born with Epstein’s anomaly, Dutton’s had six open-heart surgeries since she…
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New ISU program prepares physicians with wilderness medicine training
Resident physicians participating in a didactic training apart of ISU’s wilderness training…
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Pocatello family on bittersweet journey to fund cruise with mom battling cancer
It’s been said that timing is everything and that couldn’t be truer for one Pocatello family. For the Carlsons, John, Cally, and their four children,…
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Unique healing center uses oxygen to help more than 4,000 people
A unique treatment center is helping people with a variety of health…
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Learn more about Kyäni, the health and wellness company, co-founded by the Hansen brothers
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIDK/KIFI) – (Note: This story first aired July 9, 2019) A local company is reaching all corners of the world. Kyäni was…
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Wigs on Loan program gets $2,000 donation for new location
The Idaho State University Cosmetology Program officially opened its new wig…
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Air Idaho Rescue to establish new EIRMC base
A new agreement between Air Idaho Rescue and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center will clear the path for a new air medical service base in Idaho…
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New Idaho Falls hospital brings new opportunities for patients
All around the Idaho Falls Community Hospital, you can find staff working hard to prep the brand new hospital, to begin all-around care for their new…
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Stop! Washing your Thanksgiving turkey could spread germs
Go ahead and rinse your cranberries, potatoes and green beans. But food experts say don’t — repeat don’t — wash the turkey before popping it…
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Former Blackfoot mayor takes ‘sweeter’ approach to serving community
Mayor Paul Loomis opens The Candy Jar, as the community’s first homemade candy…
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National Rural Health Day holds deeper meaning for some ISU students
Nearly 20 percent of Americans live in rural communities and, as a result, have less access to health care. Thursday is National Rural Health Day and…
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Injection could someday keep peanut allergies at bay
More than 3 million people in the United States are allergic to peanuts and tree nuts. But experimental new research suggests adults might someday be…
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Pushing to get Medical Marijuana on 2020 ballot
Members of the Idaho Cannabis Coalition gathered at Rumors Pub in Pocatello on Saturday to gather the signatures they need to get the Idaho Medical…
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Nurse Practitioner Week celebrates those working to improve availability of medical care
This week is National Nurse Practitioner Week, a time to celebrate the nearly 270,000Â licensed in the United…
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Hacking a medical device: the bad and the good
What if a medical device suddenly went out or started pumping the wrong amount of chemicals into your…
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A Wyoming legislative committee will discuss possibly expanding the Medicaid program in the…
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Medical pot users face barriers in Utah after legalization
Medical marijuana patients are encountering skeptical doctors and struggling to get the drug as they wait for Utah to launch its medical marijuana…
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South East Idaho Behavioral Crisis Center has successful first quarters
Less than a year ago, southeast Idaho didn’t have a resource like the South East Idaho Behavioral Crisis Center. Now, its success is paving the way…
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‘Men’s Health Matters’ seminar being offered at Portneuf Medical Center
For years, November has been dubbed Men’s Health Awareness…
Continue Reading About 35,000 Idahoans sign up for Medicaid under expansion
About 35,000 Idaho residents have signed up for Medicaid under expanded coverage in the first few days it has been…
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Support in Sports: a look behind the medical tent
The Idaho High Schools Activities Association wrapped up the season at the State Championships on…
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Wyoming records first 2 vaping illness cases
Wyoming has recorded its first two cases of vaping-related…
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Your Health Idaho insurance enrollment starts Friday
Open Enrollment begins Friday for 2020 health insurance coverage.…
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Conquer headaches and migraines without medication
A bad day can be one big headache, but a quick fix may not be taking a pill. One local doctor says the solution is to solve a more serious problem.…
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Portneuf Medical Center CEO stepping down
Portneuf Medical Center chief executive officer (CEO) Dan Ordyna announced Wednesday he is stepping down later this year for personal reasons. Ordyna…
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Idaho submits Medicaid expansion waiver for family planning
Idaho officials have submitted a Medicaid expansion waiver requiring patients get a referral from a primary physician before they can get family…
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Idaho identifies about 70,000 newly eligible for Medicaid
State agencies have already identified about 70,000 Idaho residents who now are eligible for Medicaid under the upcoming expansion in January. The…
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Dance classes for people over 50 encourages health and community
Not everyone dances to the same beat in life. Some people don’t start dancing until later in life. Judy Liday began teaching the “Oldies…
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CBD products now delivered to your home
First it was Amazon, and then local grocery stores. And now you can have CBD products created locally and delivered to your home. Snake River Solace…
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Utah’s vaping illness count hits 83 amid national outbreak
Utah health officials say the number of cases of lung damage linked to vaping is up to 83, with 11 more potential cases being investigated. The state…
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Raising mental illness awareness at ISU
This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Idaho State University and mental health professionals are combining forces to help bring mental health…
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Health officials confirm first vaping-related death in Utah
The Utah Department of Health has confirmed the first vaping-related death in the state. Department officials say the Salt Lake County resident was…
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Utah’s vaping illness count hits 76 amid national outbreak
Utah health officials say the number of cases of lung damage linked to vaping is up to 76, with 14 more potential cases being investigated. The state…
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