July 6, 2020 | 9:28 AM
The dentist will see you now. But should you go?
Both the World Health Organization and the CDC say there have been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 transmitted in a dental office, so far.
tag | health care
July 6, 2020 | 9:14 AM
My doctor is back in the office. Is it safe to reschedule my appointment?
Doctors in the region say they’re worried about the consequences of postponing appointments for several months.
June 26, 2020 | 11:53 AM
For hospice physician, patient care means walking ‘the path with them’
The coronavirus pandemic has forced Dr. Joseph Kras, an anesthesiologist training in hospice and palliative care, to face some tough choices.
By Camila Kerwin/StoryCorps and Heidi Glenn/NPR June 10, 2020 | 11:52 AM
State drops hospital lobbyist as its emergency response provider
During the emergency, the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania has been responsible for overseeing the same hospitals that it serves.
June 8, 2020 | 11:22 AM
New Pittsburgh coalition tackles racial inequities and the pandemic
The Black COVID-19 Equity Coalition is working to build a medical system that creates better outcomes for black people in western Pennsylvania.
May 23, 2020 | 8:51 AM
Were hospitals unprepared for the pandemic? How are they planning for a 2nd wave?
Many scientists say COVID-19 could return with a second wave of infections, which means hospitals have a few months to learn from the first outbreak to prepare for a second one.