Southwest Utah Health Podcast

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

In our debut episode, we’re joined by Shallen Sterner to share essential holiday food safety tips—from keeping leftovers fresh to avoiding cross-contamination in the kitchen.

Fall 2024 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. https://issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_fall_2024

Radio #Replay: August 24, 2023 (ON-AIR) Hosted by David Heaton, PIO Courtesy of Utah Tech Radio. Sleep is a vital pillar of public health. In this special episode, we revisit a radio interview with David Heaton, PIO, and David Blodgett, MD, MPH, as they discuss the importance of sleep and highlight key insights from Health Magazine's Special Edition. For more information, visit swuhealth.gov/sleep. #sleephealth

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep

Episode Title: Sleep Hygiene Episode Number: S01 E01 Summer 2023 HEALTH Magazine Article A publication by the Southwest Utah Public Health Foundation. Welcome to our very first episode, where we’re diving into the basics of sleep hygiene. Sleep hygiene is all about habits and your environment that help you get better, more restorative sleep. Start with a consistent sleep schedule—go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, aiming for 7 to 9 hours of sleep. Exercise daily, ideally outdoors in the morning for sunlight, and eat at regular times, avoiding heavy meals, caffeine, or alcohol close to bedtime. Light exposure matters: Bright light in the morning wakes you up, dim light a couple of hours before bed helps you wind down. Create a relaxing bedtime routine—try reading, meditation, or a warm bath to signal it’s time for sleep. Limit screens at least an hour before bed. Keep your bedroom cool, comfy, and quiet—or use white noise if it helps. Write down nagging thoughts before bed to clear your mind. Most importantly, be consistent and patient. Treat your sleep hygiene like personal hygiene—small habits make a big difference. That’s it for our first episode! Sleep well, and join us next time for more tips on living healthier, starting with the simplest thing we all do every night: sleep. Magazine: issuu.com/swuhealth/docs/_sleep_2023_pdf Resources: swuhealth.gov/sleep A full transcript for this episode is available as a (text file) https://tinyurl.com/SleepEp1