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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
‘I'm glad I didn't hit you': Utah Highway Patrol trooper nearly struck in close call with truck on SR-40
HEBER CITY, Utah () — A l trooper was nearly struck by a white truck on SR-40 last week, prompting a reminder to drivers to increase their following distance on the road. Video from the incident showed that the trooper was outside of his car while responding to a crash near mile marker 8 on SR-40 in Summit County. Utah Highway Patrol said a truck that was tailing too closely to the car ahead didn't have time to react to traffic suddenly slowing down for the crash. 'Despite another patrol car parked well behind with emergency lights flashing, the driver failed to slow down and had to swerve at the last second, barely missing the trooper,' Utah Highway Patrol said in . When interacting with the driver after she pulled over shortly after, the trooper told her his heart was racing. 'I'm so glad you're ok,' the driver told the trooper. 'I just need a second to recover. I'm glad I didn't hit you.' The trooper, after making sure the driver was ok, asked her what she learned from the incident. 'Well, I guess not to follow so closely,' she replied. Cpl. Luis Silva told the video is a lesson to Utah drivers that following distance matters on the highway. He added, 'Following too close is one of the largest reasons for crashes in Utah.' In its social media post, Utah Highway Patrol said incidents like the one in the video are the reason why Utah's exists. Under the law, drivers are advised to slow down for emergency vehicles long before they get close. If it is clear and safe, drivers should also move over to the next lane to give emergency vehicles room to operate. If it is not possible to move over, Utah Highway Patrol said to just slow down more. Either way, UHP encourages drivers to focus on the road ahead and not what's happening on the side of the highway. 'Please give yourself time and give us space,' UHP concluded in its post. 'I'm glad I didn't hit you': Utah Highway Patrol trooper nearly struck in close call with truck on SR-40 Tariffs drive up U.S. auto prices by 2.5% Hawley says Trump told him 'no Medicaid benefit cuts' Trump slams Paul for voting 'NO on everything,' lacking 'constructive ideas' Taylorsville woman charged with over 100 felonies for alleged rental payment theft Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Chris Hoy cancer battle leads to referral spike
Sir Chris Hoy's cancer diagnosis has led to an increase in referrals - and subsequent treatment backlogs - at a Devon hospital, figures have revealed. A performance report presented to the University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP) NHS Trust Board said there had been a 55% rise in prostate cancer referrals since November last year. In October, six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris revealed that doctors had told him his prostate cancer was terminal. The report said UHP had a backlog of cancer patients waiting for treatment following a referral and the awareness raised by Sir Chris was one of the "key existing challenges" behind the issue. NHS targets state patients should wait no more than 62 days between the date a hospital receives an urgent suspected cancer referral and the start of treatment. Trusts are expected to meet this standard in 85% of cases, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) said. UHP's board was told 118 urology patients were waiting more than 62 days in April - 46 more than the previous year - and 36 had waited more than 104 days. The board was also told UHP fell short in April of the national requirement and its own improvement plan to communicate a diagnosis to patients with suspected cancer within 28 days. "The key existing challenge was urology with a 55% increase in referrals from November 2024 following the publicity around the diagnosis of Sir Chris Hoy," a report from UHP's chief operating officer Jo Beer said. The report added clinic space at the skin cancer unit was now "insufficient" following years of growth in demand. An urgent piece of work was under way to assess sites which could enable expansion in order to diagnose patients in the expected time frame, the report said. The figures showing more prostate cancer referrals at Derriford Hospital were described as welcoming news by The Chestnut Appeal for Men's Health. The Derriford Hospital-based charity, which supports men diagnosed with prostate, testicular and penile cancer, said Sir Chris's diagnosis had led to a significant increase in testing and referrals across the UK. Chief executive Lesley-Ann Simpson added issues did still remain around diagnosing prostate cancer as there was "no simple test" to detect it and demand for the charity's services was growing. "Trials are on going for more simpler and accurate tests, such as a saliva test, which could release the burden on hospitals," Ms Simpson said. "Until that time, charities like ours are also experiencing increasing demands for our services, and requests for support, whilst donations are in a decline." Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ More cancer referrals after Sir Chris Hoy diagnosis Chris Hoy says raising cancer awareness gives him purpose Cyclist Sir Chris Hoy announces his cancer is terminal NHS - Prostate Cancer The Chestnut Appeal for Men's Health University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Board
BBC News
2 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Chris Hoy prostate cancer battle leads to Devon referral spike
Sir Chris Hoy's cancer diagnosis has led to an increase in referrals - and subsequent treatment backlogs - at a Devon hospital, figures have revealed.A performance report presented to the University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP) NHS Trust Board said there had been a 55% rise in prostate cancer referrals since November last October, six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris revealed that doctors had told him his prostate cancer was report said UHP had a backlog of cancer patients waiting for treatment following a referral and the awareness raised by Sir Chris was one of the "key existing challenges" behind the issue. NHS targets state patients should wait no more than 62 days between the date a hospital receives an urgent suspected cancer referral and the start of are expected to meet this standard in 85% of cases, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) said. UHP's board was told 118 urology patients were waiting more than 62 days in April - 46 more than the previous year - and 36 had waited more than 104 board was also told UHP fell short in April of the national requirement and its own improvement plan to communicate a diagnosis to patients with suspected cancer within 28 days."The key existing challenge was urology with a 55% increase in referrals from November 2024 following the publicity around the diagnosis of Sir Chris Hoy," a report from UHP's chief operating officer Jo Beer report added clinic space at the skin cancer unit was now "insufficient" following years of growth in urgent piece of work was under way to assess sites which could enable expansion in order to diagnose patients in the expected time frame, the report said. 'No simple test' The figures showing more prostate cancer referrals at Derriford Hospital were described as welcoming news by The Chestnut Appeal for Men's Derriford Hospital-based charity, which supports men diagnosed with prostate, testicular and penile cancer, said Sir Chris's diagnosis had led to a significant increase in testing and referrals across the executive Lesley-Ann Simpson added issues did still remain around diagnosing prostate cancer as there was "no simple test" to detect it and demand for the charity's services was growing."Trials are on going for more simpler and accurate tests, such as a saliva test, which could release the burden on hospitals," Ms Simpson said."Until that time, charities like ours are also experiencing increasing demands for our services, and requests for support, whilst donations are in a decline."
Edmunds
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Edmunds
Behind the Scenes of Pirelli's New P Zero Performance Tire
To many drivers, tires are the unsung heroes of modern mobility. Even with all the cool new technology packed into every vehicle on the road, your tires are the only part of that vehicle that actually comes in contact with the ground. They're responsible for handling all the power, turning and stopping the vehicle safely and predictably for the entirety of their lives. So, you know, no big deal. Tires might go unnoticed by most drivers, but those who know know about the Pirelli P Zero. It's an icon of the automotive industry, so when Pirelli introduced the newest generation of its performance tire and offered me a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look into its development, I jumped at the chance. Where it started and where it's going Fittingly, 2025 marks the 40th anniversary of the P Zero's introduction. Originally developed for the growing number of fast (for the era) turbocharged and supercharged cars, the P Zero turned out to be the first modern ultra-high-performance (UHP) tire. Fun fact: The P Zero was still under development when the Lanica rally team used it as the road tire to get their legendary 037 between stages. During a particularly wet day, driver Miki Biasion liked the tire so much that he demanded he run it during the next stage. He did, and he won the stage. On a street-legal tire.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
One killed in T-bone crash with semi-truck on SR-40 near Heber City
HEBER CITY, Utah () — One person was killed after being T-boned by a semi-truck on SR-40 just north of Heber City in Wasatch County on Tuesday. Utah Highway Patrol said the crash happened around 8:15 a.m. on SR-40 near milepost 15. A Nissa Xterra was attempting to make a left-hand turn to go eastbound on SR-40 as the semi-truck was heading west in the same location. UHP said the Xterra pulled out in front of the semi truck and was T-boned on the driver's side. The driver and lone occupant of the Nissan Xterra reportedly suffered fatal injuries and died on the scene. Their identity has not been publicly released. As of noon, the Utah Department of Transportation said SR-40 is still reduced to one lane in each direction. Drivers are advised to expect delays and encouraged to use an alternate route if possible. Paralympic skier facing child abuse charges after undercover operation in Lehi Utah Food Bank is providing free meals to those 18 and under this summer One killed in T-bone crash with semi-truck on SR-40 near Heber City 'Blessed and grateful': Teen survivor of West Valley murder-suicide graduates high school Trump threatens California funding over transgender high school athlete Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
