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You've heard of lithium in batteries, but could it be used to treat Alzheimer's disease? Dr. Natalie Gentile is looking at the research.
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You've heard of lithium in batteries, but could it be used to treat Alzheimer's disease? Dr. Natalie Gentile is looking at the research.
PTL's Katie O'Malley is talking with representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association - Greater Pittsburgh Chapter to learn more about this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's.
The annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s is coming up this fall. Hear more about how the walk benefits Pittsburgh neighbors.
Japan-based Fujirebio's test, which helps doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease, is intended for patients with signs of cognitive decline.
As the Trump administration makes cuts to federal health agencies, some Alzheimer's experts are worried about the impact on research and patients with the disease.
A breakthrough has been made in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.
We're previewing the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's event. It's coming up on Oct. 19, 2024, at Highmark Stadium.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The results of these infusions have been promising.
On Wednesday, Independence Health System held a press conference at the Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg to give people who may be diagnosed with or already have Alzheimer’s disease new hope and a positive path forward. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose has more.
New research out of England found that getting regular eye exams could help people detect Alzheimer's early.
There's new hope for detecting Alzheimer's disease before a person even knows changes are taking place in their brain.
The Alzheimer's Association says the disease is a growing public health crisis in PA. Major steps are being taken here in Allegheny County, whether it's addressing under-represented communities, or helping with early detection.
This is Alzheimer's Awareness Month and as the experts point out, it's something to start thinking about when you're young.
Bad air from wildfires or agriculture were most strongly linked to dementia risk.
The annual Walk to End Alzheimer's returns to Pittsburgh in October.
The annual Walk to End Alzheimer's returns to Pittsburgh in October.
The annual Walk to End Alzheimer's returns to Pittsburgh in October.
The annual Walk to End Alzheimer's returns to Pittsburgh in October.
It's a cause very close to David Highfield's heart. He finds out more about the 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer's from organizers Lynzey Groves and Kristen Jackson. The event is coming up in October.
Some private insurers are balking at paying for the first drug fully approved to slow mental decline in Alzheimer's patients.
Kevin Lockwood is starting his three-day journey here in Pittsburgh and riding all the way to Scranton.
A study by the University of Pittsburgh claims to have found an earlier detection for people who may have Alzheimer's, and it used a test many of us routinely take.
The Alzheimer's Association is hosting a summit in Pittsburgh focusing on the impact of the disease and dementia on the African American community. Host Heather Abraham is talking with Dr. Margaret Larkins-Pettigrew and Diane Powell about the event.
After decades of research, scientists think they may have developed the first step in treating Alzheimer's.
The flags will remain lowered until sunset on the day of their funerals.
Port Authority police are investigating a shooting that took place aboard a P1 bus near Homewood Station.
A former Pennsylvania Department of Corrections employee is accused of sexually assaulting a former Fayette County prison inmate.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
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The flags will remain lowered until sunset on the day of their funerals.
Port Authority police are investigating a shooting that took place aboard a P1 bus near Homewood Station.
A former Pennsylvania Department of Corrections employee is accused of sexually assaulting a former Fayette County prison inmate.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
"The president is constantly critical on mail-in voting, and that's ridiculous," Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said Wednesday.
"I think, overall, what's accomplished is remarkable," Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett in an interview Wednesday.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
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Pennsylvania farmers say economic factors like diesel fuel and fertilizer costs are pushing them to the edge.
The gas price spikes are real and apparent. Here's how Pittsburgh drivers can save money.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
Pittsburgh gas prices have spiked in the last week, but how high exactly will they rise in the coming weeks?
That's a wrap for this week on PTL.
The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center is putting on "All Hands On Deck!"
Boaz checks out an Irish pub on wheels.
Pittsburgh's St. Patrick's Day parade kicks off Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Boaz has a preview of what to expect.
Mia Asano is one of the most talked about electric violinists in the world right now, with millions of fans and hundreds of millions of views. She joined PTL before her show in Whitehall.
Residents in the area of Rochester, Beaver County, say a persistent chemical smell has taken over the air.
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
There is cautious optimism on the North Shore that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette may continue to publish under new ownership.
From freshly washed cars to air conditioning units to entire porches, dust is blanketing one Westmoreland County neighborhood.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
Pitt is retaining basketball coach Jeff Capel.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The SEA approved for the lease to PPG Paints Arena to be transferred from the Fenway Sports Group to the Hoffman Family of Companies.
Pavel Dorofeyev had two goals and an assist and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-2 on Thursday night.
Mike and Kiya Tomlin were awarded the Patricia R. Rooney Community Impact Award at the annual Ireland Funds gala.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The lawsuit accuses Nippon of prioritizing revenue over worker safety.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The countdown is on, as the NFL Draft comes to Pittsburgh and America turns 250 years old.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The medical drama "The Pitt" has certainly put a lot of eyes on Pittsburgh, and while the stories are fiction, the show highlights some very real things about the city.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Downtown Pittsburgh was feeling extra lucky on Saturday morning. Thousands packed the city streets as the St. Patrick’s Day parade turned Pittsburgh into a sea of green. KDKA’s Jessica Riley takes us into the celebration.
Port Authority police are investigating a shooting that took place aboard a P1 bus near Homewood Station along the East Busway, authorities said Saturday evening.
A Duquesne Light spokesperson told KDKA-TV that the changes they’ve made since last April’s storm should allow them to bring power back online in a timelier manner. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
Watch as teams from Greater Latrobe, South Fayette, and Armstrong high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Greater Latrobe, South Fayette, and Armstrong high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
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.
