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WHO Classifies 'Gaming Disorder' As Mental Health Condition

The WHO announced 'gaming disorder' as a new mental health condition to be included in the latest edition of its International Classification of Diseases on Monday.

Jun 18, 2018

3D Printing Providing Surgeons With Valuable Pre-Operation Information

Cutting-edge technology is making surgeries safer for patients and easier for doctors.

Jun 15, 2018

FDA Warns Consumers In 10 More States Not To Eat Cut Melon Due To Salmonella

Ten more states have been added to the list where cut melon may be contaminated with salmonella.

Jun 15, 2018

ACHD Disputes Findings Of Study On Childhood Vaccinations

The Allegheny County Health Department is disputing the findings of a new study on non-medical exemptions from childhood vaccinations.

Jun 15, 2018

Lawsuit Filed After Packaging Error Prompts Birth Control Pill Recall

A Pittsburgh law firm has joined a class action lawsuit against a birth control maker.

Jun 14, 2018

New Drug Take Back Boxes Popping Up In Allegheny County

Taking dangerous and potentially deadly drugs off the street is the aim of some new boxes that'll be popping up in the area.

Jun 13, 2018

Study: More Than One-Third Of U.S. Adults Use Prescription Drugs With Depression, Suicide As Potential Side Effects

A new study suggests more than a third of American adults take prescription medications that have depression listed as a potential side effect.

Jun 13, 2018

More Than 200 Common Drugs May Cause Depression, Report Warns

Health professionals are issuing a disturbing warning about common medications after finding that hundreds of drugs are putting people at risk of developing depression.

Jun 13, 2018

Mylan's CEO Takes Lessons Learned From EpiPen Controversy Into Launching Of New Drug

Mylan Labs is about to launch a new drug that could revolutionize the way cancer is treated, and it could make it cheaper.

Jun 12, 2018

Is Your Workplace Making You Fat?

A new federal government survey found that about one-quarter of Americans "acquire" nearly 1,300 calories at work every week.

Jun 12, 2018

Polio Returns To Venezuela 30 Years After Last Known Case, Report Says

A deadly and highly infectious disease that was thought to be eradicated has returned to Venezuela.

Jun 11, 2018

U.S. Babies, Toddlers Eat Way Too Much Added Sugar, Study Finds

Added sugar has been linked with obesity, asthma, dental cavities and heart disease risk factors such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

Jun 11, 2018

Children's Hospital Event Puts Focus On Teen Depression, Suicide

Children's Hospital hosted an event Saturday to discuss teen health and wellness, including concerns about depression and suicide.

Jun 9, 2018

Tiny Stent Treatment For Pancreatitis Is Making Big Breakthroughs

Every year, thousands of Americans get pancreatitis. It's painful and potentially life-threatening, but now, a tiny breakthrough is providing big relief.