Author: Mariah Wheeler

UTAH — A proposed bill in Utah could strengthen the state’s vaccine database to help patients and their doctors learn which vaccines they’ve gotten and when. Currently, data often gets lost in the Utah Statewide Immunization Information System — or it doesn’t get entered at all, said bill sponsor Rep. Ray Ward, R- Bountiful, who is a doctor by trade.

OGDEN, Utah – Utah officials are preparing to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Utah’s statehood with televised musical performances and live fireworks throughout the state. The anniversary celebration, which will take place Monday, is meant to offer “every Utahn an opportunity to reflect on our shared history and look optimistically to our future,” according to the Utah Department of Heritage and Arts, which is hosting the celebration.