Medical Frontiers talks about Heart Disease
Dr. Gerald Pifer was joined on NewsRadio1020 KDKA's Medical Frontiers by Dr. Robert Biederman. Dr. Biederman is an Allegheny General Hospital Cardiologist, and the Director of Cardiovascular MRI Center.
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Dr. Gerald Pifer was joined on NewsRadio1020 KDKA's Medical Frontiers by Dr. Robert Biederman. Dr. Biederman is an Allegheny General Hospital Cardiologist, and the Director of Cardiovascular MRI Center.
Pennsylvania is on target to become the fattest state in the nation, if not the world. What is causing the obesity rates to soar, and how can we start to make healthier choices?
Many Americans grappling with the high cost of medicine may be putting themselves in harm's way, according to the Consumer Reports National Research Center.
The Allegheny County Health Department is getting involved to spread the word about the flu shot.
Dr. Gerald Pifer was joined on NewsRadio1020 KDKA for Medical Frontiers by Dr. Robert Keenan and Dr Marvin Balaan.
Thanks to the research done at Pitt's McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine, a local Marine who was injured is now being compared to the "Six Million Dollar Man," from the 70s TV show.
KDKA Radio's Johnna Pro talks with Washington County District Attorney Gene Vittone and supervising detective for the Washington Drug Task Force Rick Gluth about prescription drug abuse.
KDKA Radio's Mike Pintek interviewed Kathy Gillen, a local nutritionist and owner of Wellness Roadtrip about New York City's new soda ban.
Dr. Ron Voorhees, the acting director of the Allegheny County Health Department, stood outside his office with a bottle of pop in his hand to show us how drink sizes have gotten bigger over the years.
Following a representative sample of more than 10,000 children across the U.S. born in 2001, researchers looked at mothers who reported symptoms of depression at nine months and the height and weight of the kids at ages 4 and 5.
A new study in the New England Journal of Medicine is raising concerns about that final dose of whooping cough vaccine and just how long it protects children.
To treat the heart, researchers at Allegheny General Hospital are targeting the brain. Congestive heart failure, or CHF, is like having a broken pump. The body compensates by bombarding the heart with signals to do more. The device slows things down, so the pump can work more efficiently.
Donna Machen of Fox Chapel is leaving for Cuba soon on a mission trip. Among her vaccinations was the flu shot because she had the virus once before.
The arrival of cooler temperatures means that flu season is just around the corner.
Two local doctors joined KDKA-TV's Dr. Maria Simbra on Twitter to answer your questions about physicals.
A major, nearly monthlong closure of Pittsburgh's Parkway East is underway, detouring hundreds of thousands of drivers.
A major, nearly monthlong closure of Pittsburgh's Parkway East will begin soon, detouring hundreds of thousands of drivers.
For more than a decade, The Blessing Board has been a gift to those who need supplies the most.
Wyatt Fisher, an 18-year-old firefighter, was killed in a motorcycle crash in Clermont County, Ohio, officials said.
While we can't rule out an afternoon shower, it will be mostly sunny today in Pittsburgh.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Pennsylvania Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman have formed a joint fundraising committee.
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Rep. Eric Davanzo later said he "will never apologize for putting patriotism before politics."
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
We're taking a look back at what happened this week on PTL.
We’re stepping into a vintage wonderland packed with iconic ‘90s and Y2K fashion, throwback music, and nostalgic treasures that’ll have you saying, “I used to have that!”
When traveling to a different country, the rules can be different from your own. Our resident travel expert Bobby Laurie is here to share some laws around the world.
From fake rentals to pickpockets, there are so many things to look out for when on vacation. Travel expert Bobby Laurie joins us to get us in the know.
Friday Free For All and some "Buzz in the 'Burgh."
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
Some residents in Westmoreland County are voicing their frustrations over speculation on data centers.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
September marks the beginning of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
For the eighth year, a mobile dental clinic is back in Pittsburgh, providing free preventive dental care for those living in underserved communities.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Esmerlyn Valdez hit his third home run of the day, and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 to sweep a doubleheader.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Esmerlyn Valdez helped rally the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
You can track all of the Pirates' 2026 draft picks right here.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
When are the fireworks tonight in Pittsburgh? Here's what to know about the city's Fourth of July celebration.
When people in the community are in need, whether it's medical supplies or furniture, The Blessing Board is there to help. Megan Shinn shares their work in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
The Republican senator from South Carolina, and staunch ally of President Trump, died from a "brief and sudden illness" according to his office.
Allegheny County police are investigating a stabbing that left one man dead in Turtle Creek on Saturday night.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
The arrival of Big Boy to Homestead added to the additional traffic already coming through the borough as part of the local detour for the Parkway East Commercial Street Bridge closure. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
