Study: 16.5M Americans at risk of stroke from aggressive exercise
A new study suggests that millions of Americans are putting themselves at risk of stroke by aggressively working out.
A new study suggests that millions of Americans are putting themselves at risk of stroke by aggressively working out.
Both men and women can create even more problems for themselves if they are not regularly seeing a doctor.
A common misconception about cholesterol might be putting children's health in jeopardy.
For the first time, a new drug given along with a cholesterol-lowering statin medicine has proved able to shrink plaque that is clogging arteries.
Dwaine Harris has had two stents after bouts of chest pain.
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Niacin, which is vitamin B3, has been prescribed for years to people with high cholesterol because it lowers the bad LDL (low density lipoproteins) and raises the good HDL (high density lipoproteins).
At menopause, typically around age 50, the ovaries shut down and a woman's hormones change.
Millions of Americans take medication to keep the cholesterol in check.
When you think of high cholesterol, your first thought isn't usually children.
New guidelines out today could put many more people on cholesterol-lowering drugs.
A different way to lower bad cholesterol may be just around the corner. It's an injection, every other week, and it has been doing well in clinical trials.
When is "good cholesterol season?" Turns out, it could be right around the corner.
If your cholesterol is high, chances are you've been told to change your lifestyle. You probably hear things like, stop smoking, get more exercise and avoid fatty foods. Well, it appears health experts may soon be telling you to cut down on your coffee intake.
Who benefits more from cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins – men or women? Turns out, they both benefit.
The world's best-selling prescription drug went generic today. The patent ran out on Lipitor, which is used to lower cholesterol.
In a National Cancer Institute study, a cholesterol drug is thought to interfere with a protein colon cancer cells need to divide.
The latest news about health care reveals that just over half of Americans have put off some sort of care because of the cost. But there are ways to cut costs without risking your health. CBS's Dorothy Tucker takes a look at the latest order-your-own blood tests that get results without breaking the bank.
Former Ohio Treasurer and three-time U.S. Senate candidate Josh Mandel has been threatened with jail time for violating the terms of his divorce agreement.
It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania on Thursday proposed a series of debates with his Republican challenger David McCormick leading up to the November general election, and McCormick readily accepted.
Luane Mockabee-Mitchell admitted to police she set fire to her ex's belongings on the porch of the home.
The 25-year-old was wanted for physically abusing a child less than six years old at an apartment in Indiana County.
Former Ohio Treasurer and three-time U.S. Senate candidate Josh Mandel has been threatened with jail time for violating the terms of his divorce agreement.
It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania on Thursday proposed a series of debates with his Republican challenger David McCormick leading up to the November general election, and McCormick readily accepted.
Luane Mockabee-Mitchell admitted to police she set fire to her ex's belongings on the porch of the home.
The 25-year-old was wanted for physically abusing a child less than six years old at an apartment in Indiana County.
Former Ohio Treasurer and three-time U.S. Senate candidate Josh Mandel has been threatened with jail time for violating the terms of his divorce agreement.
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania on Thursday proposed a series of debates with his Republican challenger David McCormick leading up to the November general election, and McCormick readily accepted.
Judy O'Connor, the wife of late former Pittsburgh Mayor Bob O'Connor, has died, according to her family.
President Biden said "no," the National Guard should not intervene in the protests.
Pittsburgh budget shortfalls could soon impact anything from the pavement on your street to your tax bill.
Live Nation's Concert Week sale starts on Wednesday.
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Live Nation Concert Week starts Wednesday. With presales and fees usually associated with tickets, KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman looked into what you should expect to find when you hit purchase.
Giant Eagle is ending a feature that lets people scan items with their phones at a handful of stores.
The summer fuel blend along with inspections and maintenance at refineries are partially to blame for the rising prices.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL! Here's a look back at some of the fun we had.
Book clubs are coming back into style! Hosts Heather and David are talking about what they read and the book club trend.
We're getting a preview of some of the fashions that will be a part of Pressley Ridge's Runway for Hope event, which raises money for a great cause.
PTL's Katie O'Malley heads to the SouthSide Works to get a preview of Cinco de Mayo weekend's TacoMania festival.
Over the last 20 years, Pittsburgh Today Live has hit the road plenty of times. From the Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show to Field Day to the Washington County Fair, here's a look back ahead of our 20th Anniversary Special.
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.
Is the city of Pittsburgh about to fall off a fiscal cliff?
An untold number of 55-gallon drums containing radioactive waste are buried in shallow trenches on a site in Armstrong County.
The Monroeville location will be the seventh offered by AHN.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends women get a mammogram every other year starting when they turn 40 years old.
Plaintiffs have three months to vote on whether to approve a proposed legal settlement that would resolve nearly all talc lawsuits.
Methylene chloride, a toxic chemical, is linked to at least 88 deaths since 1980, federal regulators say.
Staying ahead of drug shortages is a constant battle for hospital pharmacists.
It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!
Ryan McMahon homered into the Allegheny River, Cal Quantrill pitched into the eighth inning and the Colorado Rockies edged struggling Pittsburgh 3-2.
This was Reirden's second stint with the Penguins.
Leave early and plan on being patient if you're going to be heading into the city this weekend.
Sophomore pitcher Zane Pacek is a big part of the Knoch baseball team. At 7 feet tall, he towers over teammates and opponents.
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.
Insight Global will pay $2.7 million in a settlement after exposing 72,000 residents' private medical information.
Giant Eagle is ending a feature that lets people scan items with their phones at a handful of stores.
The Chadwick, a popular wedding venue in Wexford, has been sold to the Jim Shorkey Family Auto Group.
Live Nation's Concert Week sale starts on Wednesday.
Luke Bryan is bringing his Farm Tour to Westmoreland County this year.
The 16th Street Bridge will close multiple times throughout a two-week stretch for "Mayor of Kingstown" filming.
Kiki Wong got her first guitar from Costco at 13 years old. Now she's joining The Smashing Pumpkins.
Allegheny County revealed the lineup for its popular free summer concert series on Wednesday.
Watch as teams from Shady Side Academy, North Allegheny, and Central Catholic high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Shady Side Academy, North Allegheny, and Central Catholic high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Shady Side Academy, North Allegheny, and Central Catholic high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Shady Side Academy, North Allegheny, and Central Catholic high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Lunae Mockabee-Mitchell is now facing charges after she set her ex-boyfriend's belongings on fire which ultimately spread to another home.
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.
From the path of totality in Erie to 97% coverage in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvanians experienced the rare solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.
Numerous areas saw rising floodwaters on Tuesday and Wednesday