A look at the ‘Wild West’ of synthetic kratom, which doctors are calling ‘more potent than...

WESA 4/30 11:41P Liz Tung | WHYY

Since 2015, kratom poisonings have surged by 1,200%, according to a recent report.

With infants at highest risk, a highly contagious gastrointestinal virus is seeing a late surge

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Health) 4/30 10:00P By Hanna Webster / Pittsburgh Po

New LifeFlight Simulation Lab trains teams on the ground for skills they need in the air

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Health) 4/30 10:00P By Anya Sostek / Pittsburgh Post

12+ things to do this weekend, from JFilm Opening Night to the Pittsburgh Marathon

NEXTpittsburgh 4/30 5:42A Jennifer Baron

Spring is in full bloom across Pittsburgh with festivals and markets, arts and culture, local outings, premiere productions and more. The post 12+ things to do this weekend, from JFilm Opening Night...

12 must-do May events, from Chalk Fest to the Carnegie International to the Strawberry Jell-O...

NEXTpittsburgh 4/30 3:00A Jennifer Baron

Our May Event Guide is here to help Pittsburghers dive into the long-awaited season of festival fun and outdoor experiences. The post 12 must-do May events, from Chalk Fest to the Carnegie...

Lately

Summer Wind : Pittsburgh Blogger 4/30 12:00A noreply@blogger.com (Sydney Carv

The most beautiful belated birthday flowers from my ShopMy manager! I was shocked! Sweatshirt weather, and this one is on sale! I always get asked about this mug, too, and we got it on Nantucket...

Survey: Pennsylvanians’ dissatisfaction with health care in the commonwealth on the rise

WESA 4/29 11:31P Ian Karbal | Pennsylvania Capita

Over one in four people surveyed said they or someone in their household struggled to access care in the last year due to cost.

Opinion: Pittsburgh needs an NBA team. Period.

NEXTpittsburgh 4/29 5:26A Jamar Thrasher

The NBA’s growing roster of teams has made Jamar Thrasher consider the oft-discussed assertion. If Pittsburgh had an NBA and WNBA team in our region, he believes it would boost the camaraderie and the morale of the city and add to the crowning...

NEXT in the Gallery: Preview Pittsburgh summer with a ‘Pity Party,’ dog sculptures and so much more...

NEXTpittsburgh 4/29 2:00A L.E. McCullough

As a prelude to June’s Three Rivers Arts Festival, May holds its own with three festive art walks, visits by urban sketchers and Robin Hood, shoebox memories, the Mother of All Pottery Sales. The post...

UPMC Enterprises takes a stake in Koda Health

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Health) 4/28 2:02A By Kris B. Mamula / Pittsburgh P

Classic Warm Weather Closet Staple

Summer Wind : Pittsburgh Blogger 4/28 12:00A noreply@blogger.com (Sydney Carv

shorts shorts (under $100) I've talked about these shorts many times over the last several years, and thankfully, they are back again for another year! They are easily among the most-worn pieces in my...

Mind Matters: Could social media lawsuits instigate a new era of regulation to protect kids?

WESA 4/27 11:34P Kiley Koscinski

Most social media platforms require users to be at least 13 years old, but surveys show that 40% of kids between eight and 12 use social media. Despite that widespread use by children, these platforms are largely unregulated at the federal level.

Pa. is considering $900K to fund meals tailored to people’s chronic diseases and medical needs

WESA 4/27 11:30P Nicole Leonard | WHYY

Medically tailored meals are informed by dietitians who evaluate recipes and match them to nutrition needs for diabetes, cancer and other diseases.

A Holistic Approach to Mental Wellness in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Magazine 4/27 9:53A Content Provided by Counseling a

The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh serves as the region s most trusted resource for comprehensive mental health solutions. With a commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate...

The best time to try a new restaurant in Pittsburgh (or revisit an old favorite) is right now

NEXTpittsburgh 4/27 9:18A Aakanksha Agarwal

After weeks of NFL Draft emails clogging my inbox, subject lines in all caps, things are finally starting to settle down. The crowds have cleared, the temporary signage will come down, and Pittsburgh...