How to Care for Your Sunburn

Last week you might have learned how to treat a burn, but what about sunburns? Sunburns can be just as painful and discomforting as heat or thermal burns. Utahans are more prone to sunburns at this time of year as our climate is hotter and drier in summer months and...

How to Treat a Burn

When you burn your skin, it can be a challenge to soothe the pain. There are a number of things you can do at home to treat minor burns. If you think you may have a more severe burn, you can use these first-aid treatments while you arrange for a meeting with your...

How to Set Up iOS Emergency Medical ID

To have your medical information available in case of an emergency, you can set up a Medical ID on your Apple iOS 8 iPhone. With this new feature, you can upload emergency contacts and health information, such as birthdate, height, weight, and even blood type! If you...

How to Prepare for Your Doctor Appointment

There are a number of things you can do to prepare for your doctor appointment, regardless of the reason for the visit. If you’re seeing your doctor for something specific or if it is for a simple annual wellness exam, you should still prepare to make the best...

How to Treat a Sty

While a sty is often more a nuisance than a medical issue, it is important to understand what sties are, what cause them, how you can treat them, and when to see a doctor. Overview A sty (sometimes spelled stye) is a small infection of the eyelid’s oil gland(s)....