Kindergarten routine vaccination rates fell for second straight year, CDC warns
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
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The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
While it doesn't seem to make people sicker, it does account for three-quarters of active cases in the northeast.
The CDC cited concerns over the COVID-19 surge in China and "the lack of adequate and transparent" data from the country's health authorities.
So far 16 people have been infected and 13 of those have been hospitalized.
The CDC says that it's been more than a decade since flu hospitalizations have been this high at this point in the season.
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Several changes are being discussed, including distancing, isolation, and others.
Agriculture agency proposes rules to force food processors to reduce salmonella bacteria found in chicken.
Beginning Sunday, the CDC is lifting its COVID-19 test requirement for air travelers entering the U.S. CBS News senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more.
Investigators say more than half the children tested positive for a virus commonly linked to upset stomachs.
The Biden administration will significantly loosen federal mask-wearing guidelines to protect against COVID-19 transmission.
U.S. health officials cut isolation restrictions for Americans who catch the coronavirus from 10 to five days.
Health officials say hospitalizations among those fully vaccinated are on the rise.
Walmart is recalling an aromatherapy room spray that contains a dangerous bacteria, which can cause a fatal health condition.
Health officials say a salmonella outbreak first identified earlier this month has now affected dozens of people in 25 states, including two in Pennsylvania.
The state Department of Health says it will officially be lifting the order requiring universal masking at midnight on Monday.
The top three names for both boys and girls remained the same in 2020.
The CDC is updating its social distancing guidelines for elementary, middle and high school students in the classroom.
People with certain pre-existing conditions, in addition to those over 65, fall into Pennsylvania's currently eligible 1A COVID vaccination group.
The CDC is investigating a multi-state listeria outbreak linked to fresh and soft cheeses such as queso fresco, queso blanco and queso panela.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is changing its COVID-19 quarantine guidance to align with the CDC.
The Director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Robert Redfield, informed Vice President Mike Pence and White House Coronavirus Task Force members on Tuesday that the CDC will soon issue new guidelines reducing the number of days close contacts should quarantine following exposure to a Covid-19 positive individual
The CDC is considering shortening the standard 14-day quarantine for people who have been exposed to the coronavirus.
The CDC urged Americans not to travel during the Thanksgiving holiday as coronavirus cases continue to surge across the country.
A group of students at Duquesne University has grown frustrated with the lack of heat in their apartment.
Police said a Harmar Township man shot at several homes overnight before setting his own house on fire.
You may have seen him in person or on social media, but Chris Guy's mission is simple: spread positivity.
Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
Three people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash in Darke County, Ohio, on Friday morning.
A group of students at Duquesne University has grown frustrated with the lack of heat in their apartment.
Police said a Harmar Township man shot at several homes overnight before setting his own house on fire.
You may have seen him in person or on social media, but Chris Guy's mission is simple: spread positivity.
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Pennsylvania's two sitting senators, Republican Dave McCormick and Democrat John Fetterman, told CBS News they do not support a U.S. military takeover of Greenland.
The lawmakers posted a video in November that told military service members that they "must refuse illegal orders."
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday took on two cases challenging states that bar transgender athletes from participating on sports teams that align with their gender identities. One of them involves a student from West Virginia. Lauren Linder reports.
The Supreme Court heard two cases involving laws from Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Western Pennsylvania is grappling with a December that has been significantly colder than in years past.
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Some drivers in Pittsburgh are ignoring road closure signs in the South Side Flats, leaving residents exasperated.
A Westmoreland County taxidermist is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked Montana Mitchell and her dog, leaving the dog immobile.
Twin boys have been seen selling lemonade for long hours several times a week on street corners throughout Pittsburgh and the suburbs.
A woman says she and her dog were shocked while running in Pittsburgh's Strip District.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
Mike Tomlin's assistant coaches aren't expected to be retained by the team unless they are rehired by the new coach.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
Former Robert Morris University basketball player Markeese Hastings is accused of taking bribes to throw games.
The Steelers have reportedly requested to interview three different defensive coordinators for their open head coaching position.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The Macy's location at the Pittsburgh Mills Mall will be among the several closures.
With the Steelers hosting their first playoff game with fans in the building since 2018, a lot of revenue is expected to be made in the city.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
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Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
A group of students at Duquesne University has grown frustrated with the lack of heat in their apartment.
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A Harmar Township man is facing a slew of charges after police said he shot at several homes overnight before setting his own house on fire.
You may have seen him in person or on social media, but Chris Guy's mission is simple: spread positivity.
Coraopolis has ended its partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Chilekasi Adele has more.
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.
