The health impacts of shoveling snow and the potential for heart attacks
The discussion happens every year: shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks, and one AHN cardiologist explains why it's a risk.
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The discussion happens every year: shoveling snow can lead to heart attacks, and one AHN cardiologist explains why it's a risk.
A new study out of Europe has called into question the effectiveness of beta blockers, one of the most frequently prescribed drugs in the U.S.
Several parks across the Pittsburgh area will now have equipment for any cardiac emergencies that may take place.
Brooke Riederer was under 40, considered healthy, but still had a heart attack. Now, she wants to make sure other women are prepared.
Erythritol, a sugar substitute commonly used in reduced-sugar products, may increase risk for negative cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
Health challenges like cancer and heart attacks have knocked down Ronald Davis, but he continues to not just get back up, but keep moving.
A new observational study, meaning it does not prove causation, found xylitol, a common sugar substitute, may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
There have been drugs in the past meant for high blood pressure that turned out to help with ADHD and an Alzheimer's drug that helps with OCD. Now comes confirmation a weight loss drug can lower the risk of cardiac events.
Denial is your biggest enemy when your body starts to tell you there is a problem.
The life-threatening reality of a heart attack is well documented. It’s the No. 1 killer of both men and women in the U.S. KDKA's John Shumway is here with some advice on warning signs you should not ignore when it comes to heart health.
Extreme temperatures and air pollution are associated with an increased risk of heart attacks that result in death.
Extreme temperatures and air pollution are associated with an increased risk of heart attacks that result in death.
The algorithm could help identify different kinds of heart attacks in patients.
A commonly used artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to Cleveland Clinic research.
The Port Authority police are applauding two officers who they say helped save a man having a heart attack after the Steelers game.
For people who have experienced a medical emergency, it's not very often they have the chance to meet the men and women who tried to save their life, or better yet, say thank you.
A man collapsed from a heart attack after escaping a house fire early on Thursday morning.
The representative from the Youngstown area died on Friday from an apparent heart attack. He was 54.
When the call of a heart attack comes into Pittsburgh's 9-1-1 center Pittsburgh EMS and Fire units respond.
Drinking two or more of any kind of artificially sweetened drinks a day is linked to an increased risk of clot-based strokes, heart attacks and early death in women over 50, according to a new study by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association.
The CDC projects cancer will overtake heart attacks as the number one killer within two years.
Is there such thing as heart attack season? To look at this with more detail, researchers did a study in Sweden, where medical records are kept systematically.
The bishop of the Greensburg Catholic Diocese is set to undergo a procedure following a mild heart attack last weekend.
Hall-of-Fame NFL coach and Aliquippa, Pa., native Mike Ditka suffered a heart attack on Friday and is still in a hospital in Naples, Florida.
A new type of blood test in the emergency room could determine if a patient has had a heart attack sooner.
The threat of strong storms in Pittsburgh moves on Sunday evening. Heavy winds and rain are possible.
Police are investigating two different shots-fired incidents near the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus.
The Pittsburgh Pirates debut for highly touted 19-year-old prospect Konnor Griffin will have to wait.
The contract will begin in the 2026-27 season and run through the 2028-29 season.
Four people were killed in a vehicle crash in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania State Police confirmed on Saturday.
The threat of strong storms in Pittsburgh moves on Sunday evening. Heavy winds and rain are possible.
Police are investigating two different shots-fired incidents near the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus.
The Pittsburgh Pirates debut for highly touted 19-year-old prospect Konnor Griffin will have to wait.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
The contract will begin in the 2026-27 season and run through the 2028-29 season.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
President Trump's director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, announced his immediate resignation Tuesday, citing the administration's decision to intervene in Iran.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Looking to get free shipping when you make an online purchase, but your order doesn't qualify? Here's how you can change that!
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.
Kati is back and she's challenged Heather and David to a flower-arranging showdown!
The duo turned a simple stair lift into a first-class feline transportation machine, and now, Mama Lu and Angel have become the talk of TikTok.
Remember way back when when Heather Abraham's Taste It Tuesday pie wouldn't set? Well, we're making sure it never happens again because Terina from Cobblerworld is here to help us do some better baking!
For 75 years, Page's Dairy Mart has been a staple of the Pittsburgh community, and now they're debuting their very own ice cream truck! PTL's Daisy Jade got the "scoop" about this "sweet" ride.
Kati Nairn from Beyond Gray joins the show and she gives Heather and David some simple, stylish swaps that will make your home feel like spring!
An inspection sheds light on why dust is blanketing a neighborhood in Westmoreland County.
The O'Connor administration will begin taking a scalpel to Pittsburgh's finances as it tries to close a $30 million to $40 million budget hole.
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.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
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.
The Pittsburgh Pirates debut for highly touted 19-year-old prospect Konnor Griffin will have to wait.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The contract will begin in the 2026-27 season and run through the 2028-29 season.
Sidney Crosby and Rickard Rakell scored in a shootout, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Winnipeg Jets 5-4.
DraftKings pushed back on the accusation, saying in a statement that it is not engaging in trademark infringement.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
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.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
A fast-casual restaurant and a massive plaza will be open on April 2 on Pittsburgh's North Shore.
Pittsburgh CLO and Pittsburgh Public Theater are forming a new organization.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
A fiery early morning crash that killed four people in Westmoreland County has left the Yough School District community in mourning. KDKA's Jessica Riley has more on the memorials being held by the community.
A fiery early morning crash that killed four people in Westmoreland County has left the Yough School District community in mourning. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares more.
Four people were killed in an early morning crash in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania State Police confirmed on Saturday. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares the latest details.
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from North Catholic, Quaker Valley, and Trinity 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.
