https://lindsaypost.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Lindsay PostenTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/healthy-communities-lives-through-chnasLong before Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) became a standard practice for nonprofit healthcare organizations, Intermountain Health was deeply rooted in a tradition of listening, responding, and adapting to the unique needs of the communities we serve. Today, while CHNAs provide a structured, systematic way to identify and address community health challenges, our foundational commitment remains unchanged: we exist to improve community well-being by understanding and meeting local need...Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/healthy-communities-lives-through-chnashttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/763fec35-18d2-4528-894c-afd0b79e3687.pdfTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/763fec35-18d2-4528-894c-afd0b79e3687.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/530d4270-7e45-43cc-ad40-97549d6ee68e.pdfTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/530d4270-7e45-43cc-ad40-97549d6ee68e.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/130ad0b3-2c54-4561-800c-42e1bac2a57c.jpgTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/130ad0b3-2c54-4561-800c-42e1bac2a57c.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/130ad0b3-2c54-4561-800c-42e1bac2a57c.jpgTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/130ad0b3-2c54-4561-800c-42e1bac2a57c.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/e52731e0-0e97-4f7e-a7b6-d4559f1f7006.pdfTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/e52731e0-0e97-4f7e-a7b6-d4559f1f7006.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/19f0caad-903a-4658-a19a-64d18a21d484.pngTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/19f0caad-903a-4658-a19a-64d18a21d484.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/19f0caad-903a-4658-a19a-64d18a21d484.pngTBDTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/19f0caad-903a-4658-a19a-64d18a21d484.pnghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/99f934af-3668-48c9-b1f0-10a69356f952.pdfQuarterly newsletter for Community Health program, sent both internally and externally. Managed end-to-end production including writing, editing, contributor coordination, and distributionTue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/99f934af-3668-48c9-b1f0-10a69356f952.pdfhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/d87801e8-1f95-442a-9b1b-afbc7c109d6e.pdfInternal newsletter written and managed for 2,000+ employees. Covered company news, culture stories, and content designed to connect caregivers to the organization's mission and purpose.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/uploads/d87801e8-1f95-442a-9b1b-afbc7c109d6e.pdfhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/nuhope-suicide-prevention-programThe award is given by the Hospital Charitable Services Awards, a national program sponsored by Jackson Healthcare. NUHOPE was chosen as a winner based on high rankings in innovation, collaboration, excellence in community impact, leading practices, and program replication. The award is given by the Hospital Charitable Services Awards, a national program sponsored by Jackson Healthcare. NUHOPE was chosen as a winner based on high rankings in innovation, collaboration, excellence in community imp...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/nuhope-suicide-prevention-programhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/behavioral-health-access-centerOpening April 12, the McKay-Dee Hospital Behavioral Health Access Center will serve patients suffering from depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues – regardless of an individual’s ability to pay.  The Access Center is a safe place for individuals to go who have depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues who are in need of immediate help. They will triage patients in crisis, provide short-term care, and outpatient referral services. If hospitalization is required, the care is...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/behavioral-health-access-centerhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/raising-awareness-counterfeit-car-seatsThe Community Health team at Intermountain Children’s Health are seeing a rise in the number of parents unknowingly purchasing counterfeit car seats online for their children. These types of seats are almost always purchased online and are enticing because of the steep discount in price compared to major brands. What often confuses parents is that these seats are found on the websites of major national retailers through third-party sellers. “It’s hard to tell a car seat is counterfeit from a sma...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/raising-awareness-counterfeit-car-seatshttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/community-jail-project-sustainableDominique Felton started using drugs at 13 years old. In her 20s, she escalated to selling drugs to maintain her habit. When she was incarcerated, she had 10 warrants out for her arrest. In the Sanpete County Jail in rural central Utah, her life would turn around thanks to the work of Cheryl Swapp and Intermountain's Community Health team. The project started back in 2020 when Intermountain’s Community Health team received a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Rural Communities O...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/community-jail-project-sustainablehttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/naloxone-efforts-reduce-deaths-stigmaIntermountain is working to reduce opioid deaths, along with addressing the stigma and barriers that often prevent people from seeking help. This work aligns with the significant needs identified in our Community Health Needs Assessments as a key issue faced in our communities. While opioid deaths continue to be a significant public health crisis with devastating impacts across the country, the efforts to reduce opioid misuse and overdose deaths are making a difference. Intermountain Health has...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/naloxone-efforts-reduce-deaths-stigmahttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/intermountain-strengthens-communitiesOur mission extends beyond patient care—we are an anchor institution committed to strengthening the long-term health and economic stability of the communities we serve. We play a vital role in advancing this mission by leveraging our purchasing power to support local businesses and drive inclusive economic growth. The role of anchor institutions in community well-being Anchor institutions are place-based, mission-driven organizations such as hospitals, universities, and...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/intermountain-strengthens-communitieshttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/d01bb49b-9ee9-4ecd-a094-d4310fb895a8.webpBehavioral health has been identified as a health need across Intermountain’s footprint. Intermountain’s Community Health team has a comprehensive approach to improve mental health, and reduce substance use and suicide rates. One way to improve lives is to get people the help they need when they need it. Jordan Merrill, a Community Health program manager, explains that one of the biggest issues in behavioral health was the long wait times for community members.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/d01bb49b-9ee9-4ecd-a094-d4310fb895a8.webphttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/08990b55-b436-486a-b32b-9cb34a664a2e.webpLong before Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) became a standard practice for nonprofit healthcare organizations, Intermountain Health was deeply rooted in a tradition of listening, responding, and adapting to the unique needs of the communities we serve.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/08990b55-b436-486a-b32b-9cb34a664a2e.webphttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/5d871d62-c949-4869-9798-2d58497a2cdb.webpIntermountain Health’s nonprofit status is central to our mission— it supports our pursuit to do more good for our communities. This community-first approach is one of the ways we operate differently than for-profit health systems. For every one dollar of expense, we reinvest ten cents into our local communities.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/501256/images/5d871d62-c949-4869-9798-2d58497a2cdb.webphttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/delivering-care-in-rural-areasThe Intermountain Health geographic footprint spans over 600,000 square miles between six primary states. This includes 33 hospitals and more than 400 clinics, employing 68,000 caregivers and 4,800 physicians and advanced practice providers. Yet, in our rural communities many individuals must travel hours to receive the care they need. This is especially true for those needing access to high quality specialty care such as maternal health, behavioral health, or substance use disorder support. Whe...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/delivering-care-in-rural-areashttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/addressing-nutrition-securityIntermountain Health’s Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) consistently highlight nutrition and food security as a shared need across our geography. This focus is evident in our 2024 Colorado CHNAs and continues in our upcoming 2025 Utah CHNAs where it remains a critical need. As a social driver of health, food and nutrition security has a direct impact on individuals and communities. When individuals lack consistent access to healthy, safe, and affordable foods, their health and well-bei...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/addressing-nutrition-securityhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/supporting-childrens-emotional-healthAs children return to school, they often experience a mix of excitement and anxiety. Navigating these emotions can be challenging, especially for children and youth who are still learning how to express and cope with their feelings. To offer support, Intermountain Health has emotional well-being resources and tools for families to help children build emotional awareness and resilience. “We saw this gap within the community where emotional literacy was getting missed, especially around the tween...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/supporting-childrens-emotional-healthhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/suicide-prevention-resources-in-utahBelow is a list of community resources nationwide and in Utah categorized by type of need, location, and contact information.  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24-hours/day: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ SafeUT Smart Phone App 24-hours/day: Download APP at the Apple Store or Download at Google  Real-time crisis intervention and a confidential tip line; responds to all chats, texts, and calls  healthcare.utah.edu/uni/programs/safe-ut-smartphone-app/  The Alex Project 2...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/suicide-prevention-resources-in-utahhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/preventing-suicides-by-firearmsIntermountain Health's work to prevent suicides involving firearms was featured at a congressional hearing in Washington, D.C. The U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Subcommittee brought together public health experts from across the country to discuss the consequences and costs of gun violence. Morissa Henn, Intermountain's Community Health program director, testified about the link between suicides and firearms and presented what Utah is doing as a model for the nation. Henn spo...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/preventing-suicides-by-firearmshttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/pediatric-hospitalistsA pediatric hospitalist is a hospital-based pediatrician that oversees all medical care during a child’s hospital stay, rather than a primary care physician. Pediatric hospitalist services began to flourish in the U.S. about ten years ago and these types of services are growing rapidly across the country, especially in larger hospitals. Here’s what you need to know.  The hospitalist works directly with the primary care provider to coordinate care throughout a child’s hospital stay. While prima...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/pediatric-hospitalistshttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/patient-targeted-in-elder-scam-receives-help-from-caregiversNancy gave the family resources, but she took it a step further and drilled down the exact information they’d need to protect their loved one. “I called each resource and asked, ‘If I give this number to this family, what can they expect to receive when they call? Are you the person they should talk to? Often, the caller on the other line would give me a different number after I explained the situation,” she says.  “For example, the Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services let me know the family...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/patient-targeted-in-elder-scam-receives-help-from-caregivershttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/simulation-education-helps-empower-patients-living-with-heart-failureThe Simulation Center recently piloted a heart failure simulation education program for patients at LDS Hospital and Intermountain Medical Center. The simulation includes the opportunity for a patient to practice their self-care behaviors in a realistic, home-like environment. The simulation concept is currently featured on display at the Kaiser Permanente Center for Total Health. Historically, heart failure patient education has been paper-based, passive, and usually done...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/simulation-education-helps-empower-patients-living-with-heart-failurehttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/behavioral-health-access-centerOpening April 12, the McKay-Dee Hospital Behavioral Health Access Center will serve patients suffering from depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues – regardless of an individual’s ability to pay.  The Access Center is a safe place for individuals to go who have depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues who are in need of immediate help. They will triage patients in crisis, provide short-term care, and outpatient referral services. If hospitalization is required, the care is...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/behavioral-health-access-centerhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/giving-back-matters-physician-started-as-a-volunteer"I was a premed student at Weber State University, but I'd never actually worked in a healthcare setting," says Dr. Gangwer. "Volunteering for Intermountain was a great exposure for me. It helped me understand the healthcare work environment and it was a lot of fun." As a volunteer, Dr. Gangwer spent much of his time in the pre-op and the emergency department. He remembers seeing a lot of what happens behind the scenes, such as transporting patients to the operating rooms and learning about the...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/giving-back-matters-physician-started-as-a-volunteerhttps://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/nuhope-suicide-prevention-programThe award is given by the Hospital Charitable Services Awards, a national program sponsored by Jackson Healthcare. NUHOPE was chosen as a winner based on high rankings in innovation, collaboration, excellence in community impact, leading practices, and program replication. The award is given by the Hospital Charitable Services Awards, a national program sponsored by Jackson Healthcare. NUHOPE was chosen as a winner based on high rankings in innovation, collaboration, excellence in community imp...Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/article/nuhope-suicide-prevention-program