Researchers are seeking FDA approval for their soy-based bandages, which they say are an alternative to other synthetic and animal-derived products.
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Shortages of ADHD medications have forced patients to ration and to spend hours calling different pharmacies to get prescriptions filled.
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There are significant tradeoffs between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage. In this Q&A, a researcher explains the different benefits.
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Most of Pennsylvania’s 52 county agencies responsible for protecting older adults are failing to swiftly review complaints of suspected abuse or neglect.
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Pregnant workers in the U.S. won’t have to rely on the goodwill of their co-workers thanks to the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Two weeks ago, the EEOC released the regulations for its enforcement.
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The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh just released results from a community health needs assessment. Responses indicate that as technological services improve for children and families with special needs and complex medical issues, the need for more educational support is also growing.
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Researchers say shade can increase outdoor activities by an average of 14 minutes.
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A new study out of the University of Pittsburgh shows that the H5N1 virus, also known as the bird flu, remains infectious on the surfaces of commercial dairy equipment for at least an hour.
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Spotted lanternflies first showed up in Pennsylvania 10 years ago. Here's what agriculture educators, entomologists and other experts have learned since.
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'Pharmacy deserts' affect hundreds of thousands in Pennsylvania as independent drugstores struggle amid rising costs, low reimbursements from pharmacy benefit managers.
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Pennsylvania expects to receive more than $1 billion in opioid settlement money. Decisions made by a powerful and secretive oversight board could set a precedent for years to come.