Respiratory illnesses on the rise across Pittsburgh area, health experts say
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, respiratory illnesses are on the rise nationwide.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, respiratory illnesses are on the rise nationwide.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that the aluminum ingredients in vaccines cause a variety of harmful reactions, from allergies to autism. Scientists say that's wrong and warn of risks if they're removed.
Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases in 10 U.S. states of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Inc. baby formula products that are being recalled.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Chagas disease is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the non-endemic label in the U.S., experts say.
For 13 years, the CDC's "Tips" ads shared real stories and free quitline support. With funding ending, experts worry fewer people may quit.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC have shared different recommendations for children getting COVID-19 vaccines. Here's what to know.
More than half of Americans' calorie intake is from ultra-processed foods, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analyzed an incident that took place at a Wisconsin pizzeria that left dozens sick.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
The norovirus strain GII.17 may have disrupted the seasonal pattern of outbreaks.
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Kennedy's move appears to shortcut the CDC's outside vaccine advisers, dropping COVID vaccines from the list recommended for children and pregnant women.
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
The U.S. is up to 1,001 confirmed measles cases.
Since flu season is still ongoing, data is preliminary and may change, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Experts say it will likely increase.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
More than 800 employees at the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health are expected to be cut.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy will cut 3,500 jobs from the Food and Drug Administration and 2,400 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports bird flu is now in Butler County.
Allegheny Health Network's Forbes Hospital and UPMC's Magee-Womens Hospital welcomed some of 2026's first babies born in the Pittsburgh area.
The new year brings a new reason to sit in traffic.
"A hundred percent," the star quarterback said. "I'm going to be out there."
For as long as anyone can remember, pretzels have been a part of welcoming in the new year in Pittsburgh.
'Tis the season for taking your Christmas tree out of your home and donating it to a good cause.
Allegheny Health Network's Forbes Hospital and UPMC's Magee-Womens Hospital welcomed some of 2026's first babies born in the Pittsburgh area.
The new year brings a new reason to sit in traffic.
"A hundred percent," the star quarterback said. "I'm going to be out there."
For as long as anyone can remember, pretzels have been a part of welcoming in the new year in Pittsburgh.
'Tis the season for taking your Christmas tree out of your home and donating it to a good cause.
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
President Trump said TV broadcast licenses should be revoked if newscasts and late-night shows are almost entirely negative about him and the GOP.
Gov. Mike DeWine has signed legislation eliminating Ohio's four-day grace period for late-arriving mail-in ballots.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
Pennsylvania will receive nearly $7 million as part of a nationwide settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA.
People in Armstrong County communities like Worthington and Kittanning say they're not getting packages they ordered weeks ago from Amazon.
As more data centers are approved in southwestern Pennsylvania, state lawmakers are taking steps to make sure the centers pay their fair share and are good neighbors in their communities.
If you haven't sent gifts in the mail yet, you don't have much time left.
The group will be performing to light up the city with the sounds, sights, and soul of Brazil.
The two businesses share a kitchen in Mars and are now looking for a new space to go to.
Imagine being at a fancy dinner awaiting three fabulous courses and you find yourself at the center of a culinary mystery.
Every city celebrates New Year's Eve, but Pittsburgh knows how to show off, making it a shared experience that gives everyone something special to enjoy!
Gardening guru Doug Oster is here to prove you can still dig into gardening even in the coldest months.
Here's a look at the reasons behind the drop in violent crime and the hope that the trend continues into the new year.
Health care workers say a powerful new street drug is clogging Pittsburgh-area emergency rooms with people suffering from violent withdrawal symptoms.
Seven employees of the Allegheny County-run Kane Community Living Centers in Scott Township have been under investigation.
Veterans are outraged after learning about damage done to gravesites at a cemetery in Fayette County.
Artificial intelligence is watching where people park in Pittsburgh.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, respiratory illnesses are on the rise nationwide.
"The Pitt" has received high marks from health care workers, saying the show provides a realistic view of life in a hospital.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Health care workers say a powerful new street drug is clogging Pittsburgh-area emergency rooms with people suffering from violent withdrawal symptoms.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"A hundred percent," the star quarterback said. "I'm going to be out there."
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Aaron Rodgers isn't talking like someone ready to retire.
The Philadelphia Flyers traded defenseman Egor Zamula to the Pittsburgh Penguins for forward Philip Tomasino.
Lamar Jackson's return to practice gave the Baltimore Ravens some additional hope for this weekend's showdown at Pittsburgh for the AFC North title.
There won't be a Westmoreland County Airshow next year because of construction at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The Pittsburgh International Airport is getting nonstop flights to Dublin next year.
Members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh voted last week to end their three-year-long walkout.
Norfolk Southern railroad worked with the state of Ohio and Youngstown State University to revive plans for a $20 million first responder training center near the site of the worst derailment in a decade in East Palestine, Ohio.
A report on the future of water in central Ohio warns that industrial demands for water will skyrocket at the same time experts expect farmers will need to regularly irrigate their fields.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Here's everything to know about First Night in Pittsburgh on New Year's Eve.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
From severe storms and high winds knocking out power for thousands of people to Allegheny County's first-ever code red heat advisory, 2025 got wild when it came to weather. First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright breaks it all down.
The new year brings a new reason to sit in traffic. PennDOT wants everyone to be aware of big changes coming to the Parkway East starting on Monday. KDKA-TV's Meghan Schiller reports.
Southwestern Pennsylvania has many holiday traditions, and New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are no exception. For as long as anyone can remember, pretzels have been a part of welcoming in the new year. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar reports.
It is the most wonderful time of the year for recycling your Christmas tree, and many communities have already started recycling programs. KDKA-TV’s Chris DeRose has more on why recycling is important and how you can do it.
The City of Latrobe, Leechburg and Allegheny Township have all partnered with Whiskey Acres Rescue and Sanctuary for 2026, a no-kill animal non-profit. KDKA-TV's Erika Stanish has more.
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.
West Virginia scored a late touchdown to tie the game and then beat Pitt in overtime to win the 108th Backyard Brawl.
