CDC shortens 5-day COVID isolation, updates guidance on masks, testing
The new recommendations apply to COVID-19 and other viruses, like flu and RSV.
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The new recommendations apply to COVID-19 and other viruses, like flu and RSV.
Studies show that even when the virus is mild and exclusively confined to the lungs, it can still provoke inflammation in the brain and impair brain cells' ability to regenerate.
In late December, UPMC had required masks to be worn.
The CDC is reportedly weighing a revision to COVID-19 guidance which could allow people who test positive to return to work sooner.
The COVID-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking the spread of the flu, RSV and COVID-19 this winter.
The prevalence of the JN.1 variant of COVID-19 looks to be highest in New York and New Jersey, where it makes up more than half of cases.
With the holidays fast approaching and with many expected to gather with older family members, the safety and health of others are at the top of mind for many.
With the holidays fast approaching and with many expected to gather with older family members, the safety and health of others are at the top of mind for many. KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd reports.
"COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising quickly," the CDC said, and the new variant JN.1 is making up an increasing share of cases.
The tests will be available from a federal stockpile starting in December, and schools can distribute them to students, families, staff and larger school communities.
The 2022 rise was mainly due to the waning pandemic, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention researchers said.
The next round of free COVID test orders will ship starting the week of Nov. 27.
Florida businessman Patrick Parker Walsh is now serving five and half years in federal prison.
With the fall allergy season in full effect, it's important to know what symptoms are which so you can remain safe and healthy.
A federal judge in Miami sentenced Mark Grenon and his three sons to prison Friday after a jury found them guilty during the summer.
The once-critical white COVID-19 vaccination cards are being phased out.
The joint statement pointed to a disturbing trend they're seeing among the general public.
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
KDKA's John Shumway checked in with the Allegheny County Health Department for some guidance.
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
The new COVID-19 vaccines for fall 2023 started rolling out this week.
Dr. Cohen says she will focus on transparency in everything, effective communication with the public, and developing easy solutions and tools for the public to interact with the CDC.
The new director of the CDC says she’ll look into a report from the FDA that some decongestants on the market don't work. That's just one of the several questions that Dr. Mandy Cohen addressed in an exclusive interview with KDKA money editor Jon Delano.
Pennsylvania is among the top states for vehicle collisions with animals, and a new study finds corridors help prevent the crashes.
A 26-acre property is a new lead that could lead to a conclusion of the 40-year-old cold case.
A newly shared video showed suspects in the Allegheny Arms and Gun Works break-in shooting their way into the store.
The superintendent said that the board needs more information before making any decisions on school closures.
Nearly a dozen people were arrested in connection with investigations into illegal straw purchases of firearms in the Pittsburgh area.
Pennsylvania is among the top states for vehicle collisions with animals, and a new study finds corridors help prevent the crashes.
A 26-acre property is a new lead that could lead to a conclusion of the 40-year-old cold case.
A newly shared video showed suspects in the Allegheny Arms and Gun Works break-in shooting their way into the store.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
The superintendent said that the board needs more information before making any decisions on school closures.
President Trump on Wednesday said he is imposing a 25% tariff on automobiles not manufactured in the U.S.
The Supreme Court was considering a challenge to a 2022 regulation that sought to regulate ghost guns.
Democrat Dan Goughnour has won a special election in western Pennsylvania.
The Senate Finance Committee voted to advance the nomination of Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
A once-every-four-year report card on the upkeep of America's infrastructure gave it a "C" grade in 2025, up slightly from previous reports.
The U.S. Postal Service says consumers should be on the lookout for fraudsters.
SportsNet Pittsburgh has announced a "season pass" option for its direct-to-consumer streaming service.
Pennsylvania Money Match checks totaling more than $1 million are on their way to their rightful owners.
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
This is an issue that many animal 501(c)(3) organizations deal with.
This week's Waiting Child is Camden.
Kati Nairn stuck around to show us the must-have cleaning tools for making the kitchen sparkle.
Rania is on a mission to teach Katie all things seafood as her Lenten series continues with a delicious twist for pasta lovers. We're talking linguine with clams.
Kati Nairn, one of Pittsburgh's top content creators, was letting us in on her secret weapons for the spring cleaning season.
It was power-washing day on PTL during Spring Cleaning Week. Our friends at Premiere Power Cleaning showed us how its done.
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
An entire section of a home in Pittsburgh's Knoxville neighborhood has folded, bricks collapsing into the yard next door.
Gecko Robotics is one of the hottest tech companies around and it was founded here in Pittsburgh, but with a stagnant economy, it's only one of a few.
Microplastics are everywhere. While it can seem overwhelming to avoid them, Dr. Natalie Gentile was here to help simplify the process with some easy-to-follow steps.
There are confirmed cases of measles on the western side of Pennsylvania in Erie County.
Mikey Hood sat down with Casey Neff, a cancer survivor and aspiring family lawyer, to learn more about how she got through one of the hardest trials of her life and found a little bit of justice on the other side. This segment was sponsored by UPMC.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey signed a bill into law this week that bans some artificial dyes as well as two preservatives from foods sold statewide.
If it feels like you have to grab the antihistamines and nasal sprays earlier than in years past, you're correct.
In a little over a year, the NFL Draft will call the Steel City home, and plans are well underway for how it will look.
SportsNet Pittsburgh has announced a "season pass" option for its direct-to-consumer streaming service.
Jones missed his last spring training start last week due to elbow discomfort but it appears he will be able to recover from his injury without requiring surgery.
The announcement comes a week after the Red Flash played in March Madness for the first time since 1990.
Nikita Kucherov had a goal and two assists to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning over the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-1 on Tuesday night.
In a little over a year, the NFL Draft will call the Steel City home, and plans are well underway for how it will look.
It was a "rocky" few days for Lelulo's, but thanks to help from the community, they were able to reopen and get back to serving up their beloved slices.
Kendra Ross, Duolingo's director of social impact, is making a difference.
In 2026, one building in the Strip District will transform into Isaly's!
PRT has proposed a 35% service cut that will take effect in February of 2026.
The exhibit is back for its second year at the museum.
Pop-punk legends blink-182, Jimmy Eat World, and AFI are among the headliners for the 2025 Four Chord Music Festival.
Chili's is opening a new restaurant just north of Scranton to honor the legacy of "The Office."
Tickets to the show went on sale in December but are still available online through Live Nation.
Kennywood has been nominated in two new USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards polls.
Corey Comperatore's mother and sister sat down with KDKA's Jennifer Borrasso to discuss what they're doing to keep his memory alive less than one year after he was killed when shots rang out at a rally for President Donald Trump in Butler County.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Chris Mueller discuss the sports topics of the day.
Pennsylvania is among the top five states for vehicle collisions with animals every year, and it's not just a deer issue. A new study found that wildlife corridors protect both animals and drivers. KDKA's Jessica Guay spoke with Stephanie Wein of PennEnvironmental of what needs to be done.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ray Petelin’s forecast!
A 26-acre property could hold the key to solving the 40-year-old mystery of the missing Cherrie Mahan. KDKA's Ricky Sayer spoke with her mother about this new tip.
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
