Health

Tribune reporters Tamarra Kemsley, Brooke Larsen, and Courtney Tanner talk about the week’s top stories, including Sen. Mike Lee attaching a repeal of the Roadless Rule to a federal wildfire bill.

New research found that exposure to wildfire smoke increased the chances of bull sperm samples being discarded for quality issues. The study's co-author called it a small but significant result.

Veterans, and research, say getting outdoors helps their physical and mental health. A new report aims to find ways to expand these opportunities.

The provision would've shielded pesticide manufacturers from health-related lawsuits. A recent study linked pesticide residue to increased lung cancer in otherwise healthy people under age 50.

Evelyn Funda continues her discussion with Phebe Jensen, a Shakespearean scholar. This week they explore spices and herbs in the use of medicine.

You've probably heard his name associated with regular listener challenges during our fund drives. Now a chance to meet long-time UPR friend Alberto Brizolara on this fund drive Access Utah special.

In other news, three Utah cities were named some of the nation's "allergy capitals." And, former Utah congressman Merrill Cook died this week at age 79.

Cancer advocates gathered at the State Capitol last week in support of the tax hike, while tobacco companies have claimed it's unfair to lower-income customers.

About one in five people living in the U.S. suffer from an anxiety disorder, but it turns out that immune cells, rather than neurons, control your anxiety levels.

In other news, health officials are investigating a Hepatitis A outbreak in Cache and Box Elder Counties. And, residents protested outside of Congresswoman Celeste Maloy's town hall in St. George.