Southern Utah Health & Wellness Magazine :: September/October 2026
Is This Your Poop
Years ago, our front lawn had a problem. It was not grubs, fungus, or one of those mysterious Southern Utah sprinkler issues where one patch gets enough water to qualify as a wetland while the rest resembles Mars. It was dog poop. Lots of it. This was especially...
Local Elections Shape Everyday Life
In Washington County, a handful of votes decide how our communities grow, and showing up matters more than you might think. Every election is a chance to have a direct hand in the place we call home. County elections are especially powerful that way. They’re small...
Orthopedic Urgent Care Offers Specialized Treatment for Bone and Joint Injuries
When patients need urgent medical care, not every condition requires a trip to the emergency room. For those experiencing orthopedic injuries or pain, Southwest Ortho Urgent Care at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital provides a convenient option for timely,...
Close the Wellness Gap
What if the most important health goal after age 50 wasn’t just losing weight, but maintaining the ability to hike Southern Utah trails, travel with confidence, play with grandchildren, and continue doing the activities you love? Living longer is only part of the...
Feeling Sand Hollow? When Dry Eye Starts at the Eyelids
A trip to Sand Hollow Reservoir guarantees sand in your boots, your truck, and eventually your house. But if you feel a gritty, sandy sensation in your eyes while sitting in your living room, the desert landscape may not be the only culprit. That persistent...
Too Many Teeth, Not Enough Jaw
Extracting wisdom teeth has become one of my favorite dental procedures. It is challenging and invasive, but with proper technique and a lot of practice, it can be done safely, efficiently, and predictably. I’m grateful for talented surgeons who took me under their...
Savor the Season: a Fall Guide to Health and Well-Being
After months of triple-digit heat, fall arrives in Southern Utah like a deep breath. Mornings turn crisp, the trails call our names again, and local markets fill with the colors of the harvest. It is a short and beautiful season, and it offers something summer rarely...
It’s Just a Bad Day
Sometimes it’s just not your day. You start out with intentions for a good, fun ride. You’re fit for the ride you have planned. It should be easy enough: go out, turn some pedals, twist some turns, sweat some sweat, maybe attack some climbs and finish with a...
Southwest Spine & Pain Center Expands Access to World-Class Pain Management in Southern Utah
For patients living with chronic or complex pain, having access to specialized care close to home can make a meaningful difference. For seven years in a row, Southern Utah patients have voted Southwest Spine and Pain Center as the Gold Winner for Pain Management in...
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