Allegheny County Health Department
CDC Study Finds 58% Of Public Pools Tested Positive For E.Coli
Many parents probably remember that popular primer on bodily functions called “Everybody Poops.” Now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning that human feces are found in more than half of public swimming pools.
Allegheny County Health Department Restaurant Reports
The Allegheny County Health Department shut down two local restaurants for major violations.
National Alcohol Screening Day Information
Today is National Alcohol Screening Day. It’s an annual event to raise public awareness about alcohol-related health concerns.
Residents, Health Dept. Concerned Over Monroeville Rat Infestation
Resident Cindy Woodward says that homeowners in the Garden City neighborhood of Monroeville have been wrangling over a persistent problem with rats since last spring.
Health Department Seeking Nominations For Breastfeeding Friendly Place Awards
The Allegheny County Health Department is seeking nominations for its Breastfeeding Friendly Place Awards.
Health Dept. Issues Alert Over Roach Problem At Food Court Restaurant
A pizza place in the food court in the Mall at Robinson is in danger of being shut down. The Allegheny County Health Department says it’s infested with roaches and health inspectors have issued a consumer alert.
Former County Health Dept. Director Dr. Dixon Dies At 74
Former director of the Allegheny County Health Department, Dr. Bruce Dixon, passed away Wednesday morning at age 74.
Health Department Highlighting Trans Fat-Free Restaurants
Whether you’re cooking up some fries, sautéing vegetables, or frying some fish, what you cook it in can make a big difference for your health.
Flu-Related Deaths Could Increase
The flu has been deadly this year. Five deaths in Allegheny County, and this could go up.
Nasty Flu Season Has Some Still Seeking The Vaccine
Flu activity is widespread across much of the country. And in the state of Pennsylvania, Allegheny County has the most cases.
School District Works With Health Dept. To Prevent Whooping Cough From Spreading
Whooping cough in the Shaler Area School District is sounding an alarm. Out of an abundance of caution, Superintendent Wesley Shipley has issued a letter to parents.
Some Still Getting Sick Despite Getting Flu Vaccine
The flu vaccine is designed to protect against the most commonly circulating strains of the virus expected in a given season.
Allegheny County Health Dept.: “We Definitely Have Flu In The Region”
Allegheny County is off to a head start with this year’s flu season.
Fungal Meningitis Outbreak
There are new details on a nationwide meningitis outbreak. The Allegheny County Health Department is now working with other agencies to contact patients who could be infected.
‘Tis The Season For A Stink Bug Invasion
Some people in our area are reporting an invasion of stink bugs. Bill Todaro, an entomologist from the Allegheny County Health Department, says less daylight make the bugs bug you.













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