Women's health
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What can a primary care provider do for your mental health?
How and why to discuss behavioral health with your primary care provider.
E-bike safety in your community: what parents and riders need to know
E-bikes may look like regular bikes, but they ride faster and hit harder. Learn simple habits that can help prevent serious injuries.
Know the signs of stroke and help save lives
Having awareness about stroke cause, symptoms, and response can be the difference between life and death
At-home lab draws: get your blood work done without leaving the house
Need lab work but don’t want to leave home? See how it works, who it helps, and how to schedule your visit
Take Charge and Re-Charge your Mental Health: Discover free, self-directed tools from Intermountain Health
Access personalized, evidence-based resources anytime, anywhere to manage anxiety, stress, sleep and more
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Back pain vs. back injury: how to tell the difference and when to see a doctor
Learn how to distinguish common, everyday back pain from symptoms that may signal a more serious back or spine injury
Effective treatments for skin care and aging: what really works for wrinkles and sun damage
Confused by anti‑aging products? Learn what truly works for wrinkles, dark spots, and sun damage from our expert.
How to protect your health data: what patients should know
Learn where your health information lives, why it’s at risk, and practical steps you can take to protect your personal data from cyber threats and scams.
Life after cancer treatment: why your care doesn't have to end when treatment does
Learn how Intermountain Health helps patients manage long‑term effects, emotional health, and follow‑up care
Plan ahead and live fully with advance care planning
How an advanced care plan helps communicate your preferences when you’re unable to.
Heart Health
GLP-1 medications for heart health: how these weight-loss drugs may reduce heart attack and stroke risk
Learn how these drugs may lower heart attack and stroke risk, reduce inflammation, target visceral fat, and support early cardiovascular prevention
Move more for heart health: why 150 minutes of physical activity per week matters
Learn why 150 minutes of weekly movement lowers heart disease risk, improves blood pressure and energy, and supports long‑term cardiovascular health
How sleep, stress, and the nervous system affect heart health
Learn how sleep quality, vagal tone, breathing exercises, and daily habits influence long‑term heart health
8 heart-healthy superfoods to boost cardiovascular wellness
Dive into our list of accessible and nutrient-rich foods that promote cardiovascular health
Heartburn or Heart Attack? When to Worry
Doctors see an increase in the number of heart attacks during the winter season. Similarly, heartburn (also called indigestion) rates go up this time of year, in part due to overindulgence of comfort foods, late eating, and increased alcohol intake.
Blood Pressure Basics: Why it matters & how to keep it in check
Lets break down blood pressure readings and their importance in preventing heart disease
Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness
Why systems beat goals: A smarter approach to success
When it comes to achieving success, many people set ambitious goals. But what if the key to real progress isn’t the goal itself, but the system behind it?
Exploring the benefits of acupuncture: A natural path to healing
Acupuncture is an ancient practice with a modern twist, designed to restore the natural balance of energy within the body. Trained practitioners carefully place these needles into your skin at precise points to enhance your body's recovery power, boost immunity, and improve both physical and emotional health.
The Two Sides of Stress: Embracing the Good and Managing the Bad
Stress is a universal experience, but did you know it can actually be a good thing? Not all stress is bad. In fact, it can be a valuable tool in our daily lives when managed properly.
Making exercise more manageable
The thought of exercising can be daunting for many of us, but it doesn’t have to be. Sticking to a moderate intensity or within what’s called ‘zone 2 cardio’ can help make exercise more manageable and just as effective, when done consistently and often.
Why primary care is important for LGBTQ+ people
Primary care is an important part of living your healthiest life possible, which is why we work hard to explain the benefits to everyone. It’s also important to make sure minorities have the same access to health care. That’s why Intermountain has providers who are LGBTQ+ clinically competent.
When you should do an ice bath
When the weather gets warmer, many people look to cool off in different ways. Believe it or not though, there are some benefits to dunking yourself in cold water and there are a lot of ways to go about it too.