CDC website changes to include false claim about autism and vaccines
Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
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Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
The Autism Connection of Pennsylvania is reminding people that Halloween is for everyone and that a little understanding can go a long way.
The Trump administration announced it believes acetaminophen is linked to autism risk, but the maker of Tylenol and medical experts have strongly pushed back on the claims.
As President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. raise concerns about autism and the use of Tylenol by pregnant women, here's what medical research shows.
There are plenty of playgrounds in the Pittsburgh region, but many aren't constructed with special needs or autistic children in mind.
A local autism support group is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event to raise awareness.
Bryan Kohberger is charged in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home on Nov. 13, 2022.
The autism study is planning to link confidential data "with broad coverage in the U.S. population" in one place for the first time.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
A North Belle Vernon Barber spent five hours cutting hair for free on Sunday.
Thanks to a state grant, leaders in Carnegie will soon be able to improve accessibility at local parks.
"Autism detox" treatments, which include minerals like zeolite, are rising in popularity for promising to treat or reverse the diagnosis. Experts warn there is no science behind these claims.
What will be called 'The Cove' will also provide a welcoming and engaging environment for neurodivergent children.
Pennsylvania State Police just kicked off a new initiative to help officers interact with people with autism.
Pennsylvania State Police have unveiled information cards to help communication between people with Autism and police.
Azure Family Concerts is a game changer for kids and families who may need a different environment to enjoy a show.
A who's who of Pittsburgh musicians. PTL's Boaz Frankel is getting a preview of A Very Yinzer Christmas concert coming to the Benedum Center on Dec. 11. Proceeds from the show benefit Band Together Pittsburgh, which helps young people on the autism spectrum learn music.
Eleven days after 57-year-old Anthony Talotta arrived at a Pittsburgh jail, he died from what his family says was a treatable and preventable infection from a foot wound.
The festival offers live music and raises money for Autism Pittsburgh.
More than 10% of boys have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability, autism or another developmental delay.
At the Santa Ana Public Library in Southern California, robots are specially programmed to teach children with autism.
Nick is on the autism spectrum and his classmate made sure he didn't miss his big moment.
Host Heather Abraham is talking with Justice Kevin Dougherty, of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, about how he is working toward creating judicial reform for those on the autism spectrum.
PTL's Mikey Hood is talking with Alan Scher, the regional manager of the Neighborhood Ford Store, about how they are partnering with the Boy Scouts of America to bring opportunities to kids on the autism spectrum.
Host Heather Abraham is chatting with Jesse Torisky and Mary Wildman, the president and vice president of Autism Pittsburgh, about new data from the CDC.
The City of Washington Police Department said that two additional suspects involved in a robbery and shooting late last month are in custody.
The cold temperatures are sticking around through next week, and we could see some snow flurries on Saturday.
Police are searching for a home invasion suspect in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood.
Two trophy-class antlered white-tailed deer were illegally killed in Forest County, Pennsylvania, the Game Commission said.
Many students in Pittsburgh are doing great work and research at many of the city's universities.
The City of Washington Police Department said that two additional suspects involved in a robbery and shooting late last month are in custody.
The cold temperatures are sticking around through next week, and we could see some snow flurries on Saturday.
Police are searching for a home invasion suspect in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood.
Two trophy-class antlered white-tailed deer were illegally killed in Forest County, Pennsylvania, the Game Commission said.
Many students in Pittsburgh are doing great work and research at many of the city's universities.
A Pittsburgh attorney has filed a petition on behalf of the family of a Colombian man killed in a U.S. military strike on a boat in the Caribbean.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
President Trump, facing criticism that he's focused more on international issues than kitchen-table concerns, will rev up his domestic messaging, two GOP sources said.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration says it will withhold funds for administering SNAP food aid in most Democratic-controlled states starting next week unless they provide data about those receiving the assistance.
Federal funding will finally be available to thousands of families in Pennsylvania to help pay their heating bills.
Electric prices in Pennsylvania are going up next month.
Saturday's grand opening included live music, food, and a meet-and-greet with Lego Master Krist Kay.
Thursday will be the first time many people cook and host Thanksgiving dinner - here's how you can avoid illness and danger.
To much fanfare, the 51st Aldi opened in the Pittsburgh area on Thursday morning.
Heather and David are taking a look back at the week.
The 5th annual PTL Toy Drive is tomorrow!
Downtown Pittsburgh is coming alive with a holiday flair.
For the first time in nearly a quarter century, the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is unveiling a brand-new version of "The Nutcracker."
The stars are in town for Steel City Con. Chris DeRose has more about what to expect.
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.
Drivers who were convicted of infractions years ago are being told to surrender their licenses or file costly appeals because Allegheny County never processed the paperwork.
For most students, the most dangerous part of their day is going to and from school.
Shopping malls are under threat from online shopping and disappearing customers, and many are facing the wrecking ball.
A CDC vaccine panel voted to stop recommending the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine.
Western Pennsylvania counties are seeing vaccination rates fall among school-aged children.
The discussion happens every year: shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks, and one AHN cardiologist explains why it's a risk.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
Matt Campbell was hired as Penn State's coach, ending a two-month search by the Nittany Lions to find James Franklin's successor.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Panthers and Badgers' 2026 game has been canceled, but the schools will meet in Dublin in 2027.
Skenes and Dunne joined a two-day USO Tour and visited sailors abord the USS Gerald R. Ford and the USS Mahan.
It all starts Friday night at the Petersen Events Center in Oakland.
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.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
A new Barnes & Noble is coming to Pittsburgh.
Vanessa Hudgens and former Pittsburgh Pirates player Cole Tucker welcomed their second child.
Christina Aguilera and Liev Schreiber were spotted at Wednesday's Pittsburgh Penguins game at PPG Paints Arena.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
Fans of Jeff Goldblum are seeing double.
Late on Friday night, the City of Washington Police Department said that two additional suspects wanted for the robbery of the Washington Food Mart were taken into custody.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Police are searching for a home invasion suspect in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe is "slowly healing" after last week's shooting in Washington, D.C., West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Friday.
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.
