A window into Alzheimer's and early detection - how regular eye exams could help
New research out of England found that getting regular eye exams could help people detect Alzheimer's early.
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 medication, Lecanemab, was designed to reduce amyloid beta plaque in the brain that's linked to the disease.
The medication, which is called Lecanemab, was designed to reduce amyloid beta plaque in the brain that's linked to the disease.
What you eat now could decrease your chances of Alzheimer's Disease later in life.
KDKA's John Shumway is back and he spoke with an AHN dietitian about a new study that found changing your diet could be a way to prevent Alzheimer's Disease later in life.
PTL's Celina Pompeani Mathison meets Victoria Bayle, a local mother, who is living with Alzheimer's disease and advocating for other patients like her.
Before he went on vacation, PTL's David Highfield caught up with Sara Giammarise, the regional director for the Walk to End Alzheimer's. He will be honoring and remembering his mom at this year's event.
The event was held to raise money and educate the community about the disease.
November marks Alzheimer's Awareness Month.
Some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable were left exposed to the COVID-19 pandemic for various reasons.
Celebrity zookeeper and animal TV show host Jack Hanna has been diagnosed with dementia and will retire from public life, his family said.
The crash happened along the Boulevard of the Allies just after 9:30 p.m.
The board of supervisors in Cecil Township is trying to decide whether to install some new rules around fracking wells.
Protesters around the U.S. and the world have increasingly taken steps to remain anonymous by wearing a combination of head and face covering.
A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
An Ohio man pleaded guilty to killing 43,000 fish after dumping 7,000 gallons of hazardous waste into the Scioto River.
The crash happened along the Boulevard of the Allies just after 9:30 p.m.
The board of supervisors in Cecil Township is trying to decide whether to install some new rules around fracking wells.
Protesters around the U.S. and the world have increasingly taken steps to remain anonymous by wearing a combination of head and face covering.
A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
An Ohio man pleaded guilty to killing 43,000 fish after dumping 7,000 gallons of hazardous waste into the Scioto River.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will sign a bill that prohibits the use of cell phones while driving a car after it passed both chambers of the General Assembly in Harrisburg on Wednesday.
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a ticket transparency bill aimed at protecting music fans when they buy tickets for shows.
Former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was mentioned during adult film star Stormy Daniels' testimony.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
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The Popeye's in Robinson has been ordered to shut down after an inspection found several violations.
Pittsburgh's first Shake Shack is opening this month.
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a ticket transparency bill aimed at protecting music fans when they buy tickets for shows.
PTL's Daisy Jade catches up with the musicians of Kahone Concept ahead of their album release party at Thunderbird Music Hall.
This recipe from Rania Harris' kitchen is full of summer flavors! It's got Celina Pompeani-Mathison's full endorsement.
The Broadway adaptation of the beloved book, "The Kite Runner," has come to the Pittsburgh Cultural District. It's playing at the Benedum Center and we're talking to one of the stars of the show, James Rana. He also shows us his incredible hidden talent!
Our friend Carrie Nardini is back with a look at the variety of gift ideas for Mother's Day that you can find at the upcoming Neighborhood Flea.
Only on Pittsburgh Today Live, the Pittsburgh CLO has announced the 2024 Gene Kelly Award nominees, the best in area high school musicals.
A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
Three billion dollars will be spent to clean up the rivers and streams in southwestern Pennsylvania.
The PA Cyber head says the bill will result in massive layoffs and cripple their operations.
The founder and former CEO of PA Cyber was sentenced to prison six years ago for funneling millions of taxpayer dollars into dummy corporations and his pockets.
Vince Fannick was charged with 117 counts of insurance fraud, theft by deception and unlawful talking.
A popular drink will soon disappear from Panera's menu after some people say it harmed their health.
The donation will help further the work of AHN's cardiac electrophysiology program.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, Dr. Charles Mount says.
Lead is a potent environmental neurotoxin, and there is no safe level for exposure.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have called up Paul Skenes from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Jo Adell hit his fifth homer of the season and added an RBI single and the Los Angeles Angels slipped by the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4.
Miller will reunite with new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith.
Kevin Pillar hit two home runs and drove in six runs.
The 2024 NHL Draft is June 28-29 at the Sphere in Las Vegas.
Pittsburgh's first Shake Shack is opening this month.
The Lincoln Bakery in Bellevue has been sold to the owner of Prantl's Bakery.
A restaurant in Pittsburgh's Aspinwall neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
Rue21, a mall staple for teen apparel, is going out of business and closing all 540 of its stores.
Nippon Steel says it has postponed the expected closing of its takeover of U.S. Steel by three months.
The legendary comedian will bring his first tour since 2016 to PPG Paints Arena on August 2.
The Pittsburgh CLO has announced the 2024 Gene Kelly Award nominees, the best in area high school musicals.
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a ticket transparency bill aimed at protecting music fans when they buy tickets for shows.
Pittsburgh native Jeff Goldblum made his Met Gala debut Monday night.
The concert is the talk around Smithton Borough, Westmoreland County.
The crash happened just after 9:30 p.m.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the day's sports topics.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
The board of supervisors in Cecil Township is trying to decide whether to install some new rules around fracking wells.
According to the Weather Channel, a recent study found nighttime tornadoes are more than twice as likely to be deadly.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital dressed up in floral outfits for their first Mother's Day.
The National Weather Service says that a tornado moved through the area around 1 a.m.
We had a great time with the KDKA kids on both Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh for Take Your Child to Work Day 2024!
Several businesses were damaged by the overnight fire.
Several areas across Pittsburgh flooded after setting another daily rain record.