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A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Western Pennsylvania counties are seeing vaccination rates fall among school-aged children.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that the aluminum ingredients in vaccines cause a variety of harmful reactions, from allergies to autism. Scientists say that's wrong and warn of risks if they're removed.
Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order meant to protect access to vaccines for people in the commonwealth.
Large majorities say COVID vaccines should be more available to those who want them, but many say Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s policies are making vaccines less available.
Adams, who served as surgeon general during the first Trump administration, said Kennedy's assertions about the efficacy of mRNA vaccines are "simply not true."
Vaccination coverage among kindergartners decreased for all reported vaccines during the 2024 to 2025 school year, data posted to the CDC website showed.
The CDC's new "checklist" comes amid a deadly year of measles outbreaks that is now near record levels.
Researchers found people given a shingles vaccine had a 23% lower risk of cardiovascular events, including stroke, heart failure and coronary heart disease.
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
Two cases of measles have been confirmed within Pennsylvania.
Childhood vaccinations have not recovered from the slump that happened after the pandemic, according to new research.
Health officials in Montgomery County are investigating and contact tracing after a child was diagnosed with measles.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is voicing support for the measles vaccine amid a deadly outbreak, mainly in Texas.
While just under 95% of school-aged children are vaccinated against preventable diseases, the rate has been slipping for years.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
If you still haven't gotten your COVID or flu shot, now is the time so you'll stay protected throughout the season, according to doctors.
AstraZeneca says the spray could be available "as soon as next flu season."
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
It's critical to get COVID and flu vaccinations as we head into the fall and winter months, an infectious disease expert said.
Federal health officials have a message for parents about protecting kids against measles.
Big changes could be coming to the Uniontown Area School District.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Police are reminding parents about online dangers after a girl in Allegheny County was lured away from her home.
A crash involving multiple vehicles on a ramp to the Fort Duquesne Bridge in Pittsburgh is causing traffic backups ahead of rush hour.
An Ohio man has been charged with sexually exploiting at least five girls he met online, federal prosecutors announced on Tuesday.
Big changes could be coming to the Uniontown Area School District.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Police are reminding parents about online dangers after a girl in Allegheny County was lured away from her home.
A crash involving multiple vehicles on a ramp to the Fort Duquesne Bridge in Pittsburgh is causing traffic backups ahead of rush hour.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
Voters headed to the polls on Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they cast ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers are weighing in on House and state races.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Mikey is introducing us to Jordan. Ge has big energy and even bigger jumps! They visit Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Monroeville to burn some energy and learn what Jordan is looking for in a family.
Big hair energy is back in a big way. We're revealing the spring cuts delivering serious cool girl vibes. Your next hair era could be one appointment away!
Mikey Hood is live at Shly Deck & Fence in Carnegie to find out what it takes to get the deck of your dreams built at your own home and how to enter the Ford Truck and Ten Thousand Dollar Deck Giveaway!
Korean fried chicken has become one of the fastest-growing food trends in the country. And now it's landed in the South Hills. Here from the Krunchy Bird in Castle Shannon are the owner, Noah, and the head chef, Jess.
This year's Gene Kelly Award nominees for excellence in high school musical theater were announced live on PTL! The awards have become a major launching pad to Broadway and Hollywood. Pittsburgh CLO's director of education, Jim Scriven, did the honors for best high school musical.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
The former left fielder and coach died on Monday, May 4.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli spent more than 30 years as Penn State University's Director of Athletic Medicine.
The Pirates were held hitless until the 5th inning on Tuesday night in Arizona.
Melanie Green has earned a spot in the U.S. Women's Open at Riviera Country Club next month.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Big changes could be coming to the Uniontown Area School District.
Gas prices continue to rise, impacting just about everyone's budget. Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief. Chris Hoffman reports.
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
Police are reminding parents about online dangers after a girl in Allegheny County was lured away from her home.
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.
