25 PA Hospitals Honored Among Nation's Best: U.S. News

Numerous hospitals around the state were included on the latest list, with one even earning a spot on the covered "honor roll."

CARMONA: Physical Activity Can Improve Teens' Mental Health

An acute adolescent mental health crisis is now challenging parents, school administrators and health care professionals across the county.

COVID's Most Contagious Strain Yet In PA: What To Know About BA.5

What are the risks? How should I protect myself and my family? Should I get a booster now or wait until fall? Here's a guide to BA.5.

New Data On COVID-19 Transmission In PA Released By CDC

Bucks, Chester​​, Delaware, Montgomery​, and Philadelphia​ counties are in the "medium" transmission​ category with 20 others.

New Suicide Prevention Hotline Takes Effect In PA: What To Know

The nationwide switch begins Saturday, July 16. Anyone in crisis or needing mental health help can call any time, at no cost.

ELLIS: Prostate Cancer's Devastating Toll On Black Men

We need to start thinking seriously about ways we can prevent Black men from needlessly dying of this curable form of cancer.

These PA Hospitals Among Best In U.S.: Money

A new ranking analyzes the best hospitals in the country, including 10 from Pennsylvania. See how our best stacked up:

Mysterious Listeria Outbreak Hits PA

Dozens have been sickened around the country, and the CDC has yet to find the source.

Feds Expand Monkeypox Vaccine Access: Will Pennsylvania Get Doses?

Pennsylvania has just four confirmed cases of monkeypox to date. Will the state get vaccine doses?

Masks Now Recommended In These 17 PA Counties: CDC

According to the CDC, Pennsylvania's positive testing rate from May 25 to May 31 was 15 to 19.9 percent.

STEIN: Two Years In, COVID Finally Caught Me.

I recently survived what may become a rite of passage for most Americans– COVID-19.

Hepatitis Outbreak Linked To Strawberries At These PA Stores

Several popular grocery stores sold strawberries are linked to a hepatitis A outbreak, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Peanut Butter Recall Expands In PA Amid Outbreak

Wawa and Walmart are among the stores that have issued recalls over a salmonella outbreak.

Public Health Experts: Don't Let Fears Of Teen Vaping Slow Push To Get Older Smokers To Switch

An enhanced focus on mental health among the nation's adolescents may provide inroads to stemming vaping among youths.

FORCELLINI: COVID-19 Has Made Us More Aware Of Public Health Risks Around Us

Legionnaires' disease is on the rise across the country but especially in Pennsylvania.

PA Hospital Safety Grades 2022: The Best And The Worst

The new study scored hundreds of hospitals across the state on key metrics. See how your local hospital stacked up:

Healthcare Crisis In Delco As Crozier-Chester Shutters Services

Workers picketed over the anticipated closure of numerous hospital wards and the choking off of essential services at four hospitals.

Severe Hepatitis In Children: What PA Parents Need To Know

Around the nation, children are being diagnosed with severe cases of hepatitis, which involves inflammation of the liver.

11 More Counties Added To Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine

“Spotted lanternflies threaten businesses and quality of life, as well as grapes and valuable crops Pennsylvania’s economy, depends on."

DOH Cancer Screening Program Offers Free Services To Low, Moderate-Income Patients

Barton told the Capital-Star that the grant is funded every five years by the CDC with the latest renewal scheduled to begin July 1, 2022.

$15M In Grant Funds Headed To Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers For Pandemic Response

Current state and national data show that drug overdose deaths increased dramatically in recent years, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

What Is Life Expectancy Like In PA? Data Released In New Report

Preliminary 2020 mortality data showed that life expectancy was cut by almost two years, disproportionately affecting communities of color.

21 PA Hospitals Ranked Among 2022's Best, 4 In Top 50

A new ranking by Healthgrades evaluates the top 50, 100, and 250 hospitals in America. Here are the PA hospitals on the list:

Salad Recall In PA Over Listeria Concerns: CDC Issues Update

Many more individuals were likely infected than were reported, officials said.

PA Deploys Long-Term Care Sites To Support Nursing Facilities

The regional support sites are designed to "benefit hospitals and nursing homes caring for high numbers of patients with COVID-19."

'Exhausted And Strained', PA Healthcare Workers Get $225M Boost

Quadrupled student loan benefits for nurses and millions in assistance for the hardest hit hospitals. Learn more:

Woman Not Sick After Exposure To PA Lab Monkeys In Crash

The incident sparked outrage from PETA and dire warnings over the consequences of not quarantining lab monkeys before travel.

BAUMLIN: Healthcare Remains Unequal 56 Years After MLK Called For Change

Martin Luther King once said, “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane”.

Mass COVID Testing Site Opening In Southeast PA: State Officials

A high-volume, high-throughput​ testing site is expected to open early next week.

COVID-19 Treatment Questions Answered In PA Expert Panel

The Pennsylvania Department of Health talked with local professors about disease prevention, treatment priorities, and side effects Tuesday.

Pfizer Boosters For Kids 12-15: What PA Parents Need To Know

The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for Pennsylvania children ages 12-15 a step closer.

PA's 2022 Guide To Meteor Showers, Lunar Eclipses And Supermoons

The Quadrantids usher in 2022; two total lunar eclipses and three supermoons are also on Pennsylvania's celestial calendar.

Flu Making A Comeback In PA Amid COVID-19 Surge

Flu activity currently is high or very high in eight states or U.S. territories. So far, two children have died.

The U.S. Is Making Plans To Replace All Of Its Lead Water Pipes From Coast To Coast | Analysis

The Biden administration has released a plan to accelerate removal of lead water pipes and lead paint from U.S. homes.

Science Backs Mask Mandates. But In Many States They're Politically Toxic

“We know there’s greater compliance when there’s a mask order in place.”

Carcinogens In 32 PA Products: FDA Announces Dry Shampoo Recall

A voluntary product recall was issued for dry conditioners and shampoos from Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, and Waterless.

PA Man Treated With Ivermectin After Court Battle Dies: Reports

Ivermectin is used to treat parasitic infections in animals, and in some cases humans, but should not be used for COVID-19, the FDA says.

10 Pennsylvania Hospitals Among Best To Have A Baby: U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report released its inaugural list of the best U.S. hospitals for maternity. See which PA hospitals were ranked.

COVID Breakthrough Cases In PA: Latest Updates As Omicron Arrives

Pennsylvanians are urged to get their booster shots, as instances of deaths are 4.8 times higher among unvaccinated individuals.

Pittsburgh Physician Recognized for Excellence in Senior Care

Ashith Mally, M.D., Preferred Primary Care Physicians (PPCP), is a recipient of agilon health's nationwide "Best Physician" award