Eye On Health: Open Enrollment
Missing a deadline when it comes to healthcare can make the difference between having insurance and not. Heather and David are joined by Mike Pelino from Highmark to talk about enrolling in a healthcare plan.
Missing a deadline when it comes to healthcare can make the difference between having insurance and not. Heather and David are joined by Mike Pelino from Highmark to talk about enrolling in a healthcare plan.
October is National Substance Prevention Month, so we're taking a moment to shed some light on the impact that drug and alcohol abuse has on families and communities.
We're all looking for ways to catch good sleep. With daylight savings winding down, it's more important than ever. We got some tips on how to adjust to daylight savings in our Eye on Health segment.
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, we know how important early detection can be. In a special edition of Eye on Health, Heather recently went for her very first mammogram and is showing you what happened.
Katie visited Allegheny Health Network to explore the "colors of emotion" with a giant chameleon. He's the star of a local kids TV show and Katie was able to get a behind-the-scenes look.
Dr. Ryan Sauber joins PTL for an Eye on Health segment to discuss a type of spinal surgery offered by AHN that could lead to decreasing back pain.
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.
We're learning what's new when it comes to school physicals in our latest edition of Eye on Health. We have the latest on what you need to know, so your kids don't start off a new school year on the bench when playing sports.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and if you have depression, or know someone who does, a relatively new form of treatment is giving patients hope. It's called trans-cranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, and Dr. Steven Forman, a psychiatrist at the AHN Center of Psychiatric Neuromodulation, joined us to talk about this.
Daisy showed us a state-of-the-art machine that is changing the way doctors are detecting skin cancer. We learned what it can do for you in today's Eye on Health.
In today's Eye on Health, March is colorectal cancer awareness month and we spoke to a patient whose routine colorectal screening, led him to a life-changing discovery.
In this edition of Eye on Health, Katie O'Malley spent some time at Allegheny General to learn more about a local mom and where she turned for help when she was diagnosed with heart disease while pregnant.
In today's Eye on Health, we're focusing on a new model of pre-natal care. It's called "Centering Pregnancy" and it brings women, who are due around the same time, together for group appointments.
In today's Eye on Health, we know the holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful. Highmark Health recently conducted a questionnaire to gauge behavioral wellness and they did this in a very visual way. We were joined by clinical psychologist Doug Henry, and Aimee Girod with Highmark Health.
PTL's Katie O'Malley visits AHN's Department of Neurosurgery to get a look at a new robot tool named ROSA that is helping patients dealing with epilepsy.
In today's Eye on Health, Mike Pelino, director of market strategy for Highmark, joined us to talk about how healthcare plans can be tricky. Why is this time of year so important?
Daisy Jade recently toured Bethel Park's Health and Wellness Pavilion. The look is new, but the goal is the same, to offer more precise screenings that can lead to earlier detection and ultimately, save lives.
In today's Eye on Health, sponsored by Highmark Blue Cross-Blue Shield, a new treatment option is improving lung function for patients with severe COPD or emphysema. Only a small number of doctors in PA are offering this life-changing procedure. Robert Schriner, a patient who has COPD and asthma, joined one of the doctors, Sohini Ghosh, on PTL.
PTL's Daisy Jade visits AHN Wexford to get a tour of their newly-expanded pediatric inpatient services.
In this Eye On Health, PTL's Katie O'Malley visits the Highmark Direct Store to find out how they help people with their health care needs.
Diana Kobus, the program director for the Highmark Healthy Kids Program, joined PTL to talk about the impact the program has on the community.
In this Eye On Health, hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield are talking with psychiatrist Dr. Gary Swanson, of Allegheny Health Network, about the anxieties and pressures children and teens face at back to school time.
This week's Eye on Health is focusing on primary care doctors. It is estimated that 100 million Americans do not have a relationship with a primary care doctor.
PTL's Celina Pompeani Mathison introduces us to the AHN Chill Project Production team and Cai, the amazing chameleon puppet, that stars in their new children's show.
In this Eye On Health, we focus on infertility treatments with Dr. Lori Homa at the new AHN Health + Wellness Pavilion.
Parts of Westmoreland County is expected to receive significant snowfall.
The day begins with snow but ultimately turns to rain in the afternoon.
The district said it found a "concerning note" and made the decision to move all schools to remote learning.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
The snow is appropriate today because it's a weekend of holiday fun!
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Bob Casey says he called Dave McCormick to congratulate him for winning the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race as a recount is underway.
A former Westmoreland County employee was charged with theft after detectives said he ordered unauthorized pay increases.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania spoke on the pick on social media.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
Pittsburgh Today Live is cooking up something special for the holiday season!
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier joined us for another exciting edition of the PTL Weekend Guide!
Senior food writer and dining critic for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Hal B. Klein, joined us with a guide to a culinary adventure right here in Pittsburgh.
We love getting nebby and checking out cool houses around town. We got to see Wiz Khalifa's house, which is now on the market in Washington County!
Daisy joined us from Barrett Elementary this morning to check out their creativity when it comes to supporting the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Amid staffing shortages in Pittsburgh EMS, a city program seeks to recruit and train from within the community.
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Two Pittsburgh men are among the first to use a new device to regain movement following a stroke.
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
It is vital to find time for your physical well-being, even if it's just for a little bit. That's what we discussed today for our Wellness Wednesday conversation with Dr. Natalie Gentile.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Pittsburgh EMS workers say they are understaffed and overstretched, racing from one call to the next.
The Steelers have lost all six Thursday night divisional road games with Tomlin as coach.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Browns rallied late in the fourth quarter to beat the Steelers 24-19 on Thursday at a snowy Huntington Bank Field in Ohio.
Snow blanketed the field on Thursday during the Pittsburgh Steelers game against the Cleveland Browns.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
Pittsburgh remains at the forefront of the robotics industry.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and Sierra Ferrell are hitting the road for 25 shows across the United States and Canada.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
As the district investigates what they're describing as a "concerning note" all students will be learning remotely to end the week.
Getting snow on Friday morning is appropriate because it's a weekend of holiday fun!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
KDKA's Chilekasi Adele reports live from Donegal Township.
One person was shot inside Club Pittsburgh in the Strip District.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.