Your ZIP Code In PA May Affect Ability To Get Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

A study shows that the chance of being diagnosed may be more about healthcare services than individual factors that influence dementia risk:

PA Among States Where Young Adults Most Likely To Succeed: Ranking

A new analysis by WalletHub sought to identify the states where more effort is needed to help young adults succeed. See how PA fared.

Deaths Rise In Listeria Outbreak Tied To Deli Meat: The Latest In PA

Boar's Head recalled 7 million pounds of meat amid a nationwide listeria outbreak that has now killed 9 people and hospitalized dozens.

Updated COVID Vaccine Approved: What To Know, How To Get One In PA

The vaccines, which will be available soon, are designed to target recent COVID strains that have contributed to a summer surge nationwide.

Arsenic In Apple Juice Spurs Recall In PA Walmart Stores

More than 9,500 cases of apple juice are being recalled because the "product contains inorganic arsenic above action level."

5 PA Health Care Facilities Among 100 ‘Great Hospitals In America’

See which medical centers from Pennsylvania made the Becker's Hospital Review list.

COVID Levels ‘High’ In PA Amid ‘Largest Summer Wave Yet’

More than two dozen states are reporting “very high” levels and another 17 report “high” levels of wastewater viral activity, data shows.

Measles Cases On The Rise Across The U.S.: What To Know In PA

With five months left to go in the year, 26 states and the District of Columbia have reported 188 cases of measles. See Pennsylvania data:

Listeria Outbreak From Deli Meats Reported In PA

So far, 28 people have become ill and two have died, the CDC said, adding it cannot yet say which deli meats are behind the outbreak.

COVID Levels 'High' In PA As New Variant Spreads

New CDC data shows Pennsylvania has a high rate of COVID transmission, based on tests conducted at five wastewater treatment sites.

22 PA Hospitals Among Best In U.S., New Ranking Says

U.S. News & World Report released its new rankings of the best hospitals across the country recently, and Pennsylvania is well represented.

CDC Issues Dengue Warning For U.S. As 24 PA Travelers Sickened

The CDC said countries in the Americas have reported more than 9.7 million dengue cases so far this year. See Pennsylvania cases.

State Expands Restrictions As Deer Disease Spreads In PA

The Pennsylvania Game Commission expanded regulations after new cases of chronic wasting disease were found in deer across the state.

Toxic PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Widely Found In PA Water: New EPA Data

A new report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency shows many public water systems in Pennsylvania are contaminated with PFAS.

Cucumbers Sold In PA Recalled Due To Salmonella Risk: FDA

The dark green cucumbers were shipped to PA last month, FDA officials said. A sample later tested positive for Salmonella bacteria.

Ground Beef Sold At Walmart Recalled Over E.Coli Concerns

Officials are concerned that some of the recalled products, sold at Walmarts nationwide, may be in consumers' refrigerators or freezers.

‘Prolonged And Intense’ Allergy Season Off To Early Start In PA

People in the eastern U.S. are already sneezing, and allergy sufferers across PA could be in for months of misery.

Measles Cases In PA, 16 Other States Prompts CDC Advisory

The cases reported as of Thursday are equal to all cases reported in 2023, the CDC said.

Allergy Season Ramps Up Early In PA, But Switch To La Niña Offers Hope

As an El Niño​ climate pattern falls a part, cooler, wetter weather associated with La Niña could bring relief to allergy sufferers.

39 PA Hospitals Named Among Best For Patient Safety, Experience

39 hospitals in PA are among hundreds nationwide recognized for safety and patient experience, per a new ranking. See the list:

PA Homelessness: What’s Changed, Why It’s Growing Nationwide

Last year, more than 12,500 Pennsylvania residents were counted as homeless. See how that number has changed in recent years.

​Excessive Alcohol Deaths Surged In PA During Pandemic, CDC Says

New CDC data published last month said thousands of Pennsylvania residents died of causes completely related to alcohol use.

26 PA Hospitals Ranked Among Best In World: Newsweek

The researchers evaluated 2,400 hospitals across 30 countries, and these 26 Pennsylvania hospitals are among the best.

Contagious Stomach Bug Spreading Across PA, Northeast: CDC

Recent data from the CDC shows cases of norovirus spiking in recent weeks in Pennsylvania and several other northeast states.

‘Superbug’ Infection Spreading In PA, Around U.S.: See Latest Data

The number of clinical cases of C. auris reported in Pennsylvania has continued to grow since as far back as 2013.

COVID Isolation Guidelines Changing, Reports Say: What It Means In PA

The CDC reportedly plans to ease its 5-day isolation guidance for people who test positive for COVID-19. Here’s what to know:

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked To Dairy Products Sold In PA

At least two people have died in a Listeria outbreak linked to dozens of cheese and yogurt products shipped to retailers nationwide.

Syphilis Cases Rising In PA And US, New CDC Report Finds

U.S. health officials say they aren't clear why syphilis cases rose by 9 percent while gonorrhea cases were down by the same percentage.

'Healthiest Communities' Study Includes 3 PA Counties In Top 100

MarketWatch ranked 576 U.S. counties across multiple measures to find out the healthiest counties. See where PA's ranked:

22 PA Hospitals Ranked Among Best 250 In The Country

See which hospitals in Pennsylvania are being recognized for quality of patient care.

PA Cancer Cases Expected To Rise In 2024, New Study Says

A new report estimates about 611,000 Americans will die from cancer this year, and about 2 million will receive a cancer diagnosis.

High Radon Levels Found In Almost 40 Percent Of PA Homes: Report

The American Lung Association and state environmental officials are urging residents to test their homes for this cancer-causing gas.

See Flu Activity In PA As COVID, RSV Cases Continue To Rise

Flu activity rose nationwide last week. Twelve kids have died. The CDC director recommended masking amid rising cases of COVID-19 and RSV.

Respiratory Outbreak Hospitalizing PA Kids: What To Know

There's been a significant increase in hosptializations among children, federal health officials said.

Recall Alert: Gas Ranges Sold In PA May Emit Carbon Monoxide

If you bought one of these ranges in the last four years, it might be under a recall for potentially "dangerous levels" of carbon monoxide.

Fruit Sold At PA Stores Behind Deadly Listeria Outbreak

A listeria outbreak has been linked to three fruits which were sold at stores nationwide, including in Pennsylvania.

70+ PA Nursing Homes Top 2023’s U.S. News ‘Best’ List

U.S. News & World Report rated more than 15,000 nursing homes in its annual report. Here’s how it rated Pennsylvania’s nursing homes.

PA Toddler Among 22 Sick From Recalled Applesauce: Latest Details

Officials are monitoring children with elevated blood lead levels in 14 states, in connection with a recent recall for fruit products.

Fruit Pouch Recall Expands In PA As Illnesses Increase

Health officials are urging parents and caregivers to check their pantry, after several illnesses have been reported from the products.

PA’s Safest Hospitals: Fall 2023 Leapfrog Group Ratings Released

Nationwide, patient-reported experiences declined for the second year in a row, in this ranking of more than 3,000 hospitals.