Nicole Leonard | WHYY
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Glioblastoma has been deadly and hard to treat, but researchers say they’ve made progress with bivalent CAR T-cell therapy delivered directly into the brain. -
The federal budget bill, passed by the U.S. House of Representatives last week, would add Medicaid work requirements for childless adults to stay in the program. -
The blood test measures two subtypes of tau and amyloid proteins, which can indicate the presence of amyloid plaque in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. -
The federal proposal would block Medicaid reimbursements for preventative health services to nonprofit family planning clinics if they also perform abortions. -
Dr. Jonas Salk is credited with creating the first polio vaccine at the University of Pittsburgh. The government licensed the shot in 1955 for its safety and efficacy. -
Philly woman uses her experience with vestibular disorders to increase awareness, support for othersVestibular disorders is a group of conditions that can include symptoms like dizziness, imbalance, vertigo and hearing loss. -
As infectious disease outbreaks are rising globally, health experts recommend people confirm their vaccination status, especially for childhood immunizations. -
A lawsuit led by Democratic state attorneys general and governors seeks to stop the Trump administration from cutting grant money to local health programs. -
PA Groundhogs and the Center for Forensic Science Research & Education monitor for novel and emerging substances by testing submitted street drug samples. -
Some early session bills in the Pennsylvania legislature align with Gov. Josh Shapiro’s health spending priorities and prepare for possible changes under Trump.
