Eye On Health: Delta Vs. Omicron
PTL's Mikey Hood talks with Dr. Timothy Law, the Senior Medical Director for Clinical Services at Highmark, about the threats the COVID-19 pandemic still poses, as well as the Delta and Omicron variants.
PTL's Mikey Hood talks with Dr. Timothy Law, the Senior Medical Director for Clinical Services at Highmark, about the threats the COVID-19 pandemic still poses, as well as the Delta and Omicron variants.
The state is facing a threefold challenge in still-surging cases attributed to the delta variant, the arrival of the faster-spreading omicron variant, and what's predicted to be a normal flu season, DeWine said.
With the vaccine not yet approved for children 12 and under and classrooms opening once again - how can we keep kids safe as they head back to school?
As students prepare to return to the classroom, worries about the delta variant has doctors issuing a warning.
Allegheny County Health Director Dr. Debra Bogen opened her weekly COVID-19 briefing by saying, "I wish I had good news to report today. Sadly I don't."
As the delta variant emerges, local health systems are grappling with the idea of mandating the COVID-19 vaccine for their employees.
Giant Eagle will require masks for employees regardless of vaccination status and is asking customers to wear them, beginning this week.
The Delta variant of COVID-19 continues to make headlines and force new changes in health mandates.
The United States is in an "unnecessary predicament" of soaring COVID-19 cases fueled by unvaccinated Americans and the virulent delta variant, the nation's top infectious diseases expert said Sunday.
After weeks of minimal reported coronavirus cases, the numbers are trending back up. In fact, statewide cases are up over 80 percent in the last week.
County health leaders say it's concerning, but not surprising: COVID-19 numbers are on the rise as the delta variant continues to spread.
As back to school season approaches and the COVID-19 delta variant spreads, should students wear masks in the classroom?
Does the huge drop in the Dow Jones and other indices mark the end of a historic run that dates back to the pandemic's early days?
West Virginia's governor spoke out against COVID-19 vaccination conspiracies as he looks to increase the vaccination rate in the state.
A local man contracted the COVID-19 delta variant despite being fully vaccinated and one doctor says it's the vaccine that kept him alive.
A 73-year-old man from Beaver County who is fully vaccinated against coronavirus is in the hospital after contracting the Delta variant.
A local man was diagnosed with the Delta variant of COVID-19, and, according to his wife, he was fully vaccinated against the virus.
The coronavirus has become a truly moving target with the Delta variant being the current threat. CBS News Medical Expert Dr. David Agus, CEO of the Ellison Institute of Transformative Medicine, says it is a major threat.
He worked with director James Cameron on the"Titanic" and the "Avatar" series
The Washington County Board of Elections is spending tax dollars to fight a lawsuit against them over their decision not to count mail-in votes with errors on the return envelopes.
Sheriff's deputies arrested a woman accused of trying to pass drugs off to an inmate at a court hearing.
It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!
The suspect fled the party, then shot and killed himself after a car chase, the Florence Police Department said.
He worked with director James Cameron on the"Titanic" and the "Avatar" series
The Washington County Board of Elections is spending tax dollars to fight a lawsuit against them over their decision not to count mail-in votes with errors on the return envelopes.
Sheriff's deputies arrested a woman accused of trying to pass drugs off to an inmate at a court hearing.
It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!
The suspect fled the party, then shot and killed himself after a car chase, the Florence Police Department said.
The Washington County Board of Elections is spending tax dollars to fight a lawsuit against them over their decision not to count mail-in votes with errors on the return envelopes.
A poll of Democrats in the city of Pittsburgh suggests that Mayor Ed Gainey may have trouble winning reelection next year.
A poll of Democrats in the city of Pittsburgh suggests that Mayor Ed Gainey may have trouble winning reelection next year. As KDKA-TV's Jon Delano reports, the poll appears to be part of an effort to encourage County Controller Corey O'Connor to take on Gainey in the Democratic primary.
"Let me say this as clearly as I can: I'm staying in the race," President Biden said during a campaign rally in Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday.
With all the talk about whether Joe Biden will drop out of the race for president, Josh Shapiro's name has been frequently mentioned as a possible candidate.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
Instacart and Giant Eagle will now accept SNAP benefits on orders made via the Instacart app.
Savings can be found by traveling just a short distance out of the area.
Budget coach Brittany Newcomb joined us to share some tips for tackling your next grocery list.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Boaz and Rania are back in the kitchen whipping up a delicious key lime pie!
Hold on to your tails, Pittsburgh! Anthrocon has returned to Pittsburgh to embrace the fabulous fun of the furries. Daisy was at the convention center this morning to get a first look of Anthrocon 2024.
In today's Eye on Health, we're talking about keeping our eyes safe. Dr. Sarah Zambotti, an optometrist with Allegheny Health Network, joined us to talk more about the most common summer-related eye problems among patients.
On the show today, we had cocktail recipes with a red, white and blue theme. Dave Kuiawa, from Fine Wine and Good Spirits, was back with drinks we can add to the menu for the holiday weekend.
Columbia Gas wants to abandon service to the Burhan-Crouse Funeral Home.
Leaders in Pittsburgh have taken the first step toward preventing the random Downtown attacks the city has seen on innocent people.
Pittsburgh's public safety director said the system fails to address the underlying problems of homelessness, addiction and mental illness.
A new voicemail scam is hoping to trick you into giving away your personal information.
The story of Mario Ashkar and his employment with the city gets stranger and stranger.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
The announcement from the ACHD comes as cases of Pertussis are on the rise nationwide.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
The Fourth of July is two days away, and while fireworks are widely considered patriotic, it causes feelings of panic in some military veterans.
The FDA said its study better simulated how commercial milk processing kills the bird flu virus, H5N1.
It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!
Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson died early Saturday morning in a car accident in Maryland.
Paul Skenes threw seven strong innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates tied a franchise record by smashing seven home runs in a 14-2 demolition of the New York Mets.
The Pirates hit seven home runs against the Mets, depleting the team's fireworks supply.
The 17th hole stretches 603 yards with a large water hazard coming into play.
Ketchup red is the color of the summer -- at least according to Heinz and Kate Spade.
TSA announced changes are coming to the security checkpoints at Pittsburgh International Airport next month as a record number of people are flying.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
Washington County leaders are getting ready for the Pony League World Series, which brings in lots of money for the county.
The city of Pittsburgh has abruptly halted work on the new billion-dollar UPMC Presbyterian hospital tower.
He worked with director James Cameron on the"Titanic" and the "Avatar" series
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Pittsburgh native Jeff Goldblum is starring as Zeus in a new Netflix series that will be released in August.
Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer.
It was "f---ing mind-blowing," the "Back to the Future" actor posted about his appearance with the band at the Glastonbury Festival.
Sheriff's deputies arrested a woman accused of trying to pass drugs off to an inmate at a court hearing.
The Washington County Board of Elections is spending tax dollars to fight a lawsuit against them over their decision not to count mail-in votes with errors on the return envelopes, and not allow people to correct them.
Murrysville and Homewood will open their pickleball courts this week.
Clarence Newson III was charged with DUI and other charges after slamming into a car on Friday night in West Mifflin.
Watch as teams from Shady Side Academy, South Side, and Woodland Hills high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Cranberry Township police asked all residents to shelter in place and lock their doors while they searched for a "suspicious person."
People in the Pittsburgh area are cleaning up after storms rolled through on Wednesday.
To celebrate a company-wide Community Day, KDKA held a food donation drive for the people who need the most help in our area. The Talk Pittsburgh team loaded the donations up and took them over to Jubilee Kitchen. Here's a look!
Residents in Western Pennsylvania are cleaning up after storms rolled through the region on Monday.
Pro-Palestinian protesters set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh.