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To help you stay up-to-date on the latest health news in the Pittsburgh area, we’ve compiled some of the top news stories and current events for January 2018. You can also keep tabs on the Allegheny-Kiski Foundation’s News and Events pages for the latest information....

It can be all too easy to fall into the trap of eating one more piece of chocolate, then another, and another. Because sugary treats like chocolate, cookies, and pop can be so difficult to consume in moderation, many people wonder if sugar is addictive. Here is what...

In preparation for National Radon Action Month in January, homeowners may want to do a little research as to what radon is, exactly, and whether their home should be tested for unsafe levels of this gas. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a guide of the must-know...

When most people think of heart disease or heart attack symptoms, shortness of breath, chest pain, and an irregular heartbeat often come to mind. However, these classic symptoms are not the only indicators of heart problems, especially for women. Take a look at these...

A big part of sticking to any healthy diet is not depriving yourself of treats that you crave. The key is to not only treat yourself in moderation, but to also slightly alter your baking habits whenever possible to help cut down on simple sugars and fat, while still...

Even though cholesterol often gets a bad rap, your body does need some of this fat-like substance to produce hormones, vitamin D, digestive acids, and other important substances. However, when the body has too much “bad” cholesterol and not enough “good” cholesterol,...

Just as you wouldn’t want to leave a dog or cat locked in a hot car in the middle of summer, you don’t want to leave your pets to fend for themselves outside in the dead of winter, either. In fact, a new law was just passed in Pennsylvania that makes it illegal to...

In case you haven’t noticed the latest social media fads and hashtags, the Millennial generation has made being physically and mentally fit a new trend. According to a recent survey, an astounding 72 percent of people between the ages of 18 and 37 prefer to spend...

‘Tis the season for tree-trimming, meal prepping, and holiday gatherings. Make sure you and your family stay safe and healthy this holiday season with these helpful tips. Wash Your Hands Frequently Unfortunately, it is also the prime time of year for coming...

If you're on a mission to eat healthier, exercise more, and say "no" to sweets, big holiday meals can be your enemy. At the same time, you don't want to miss out on spending time with friends and family in the name of watching your waistline. By following these...