COVID-19
This Map Makes It Easy to Find the Vaccination Provider Closest to You
Vaccine supplies are plentiful, and the long, often frustrating search for a shot is over.
Allegheny County Seeks to Reassure Residents about Vaccine's Safety
More than half of the county's adult population is partially vaccinated but the number of COVID-related hospitalizations is still rising.
UPMC, AHN Pausing Distribution of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
The health care providers are following recommendations from the CDC and FDA after a potential link between the vaccine and blood clots.
Speeding Up Shots – Any Adult Can Schedule a COVID Vaccination Starting Tuesday
Open eligibility for the shots comes a week ahead of the previous schedule set by the Wolf Administration.
What's Behind Allegheny County's “Fourth Wave” of COVID Infections?
Recent daily case counts have set records for 2021.
How You Can Get Your Vaccine Through Allegheny County's New Registration Site
The health department opened the site to the public late Thursday.
Risky Behavior and Virus Variants Blamed for Increase in COVID-19 Cases
In addition to more cases, Health Director Dr. Debra Bogen says hospitalizations are on the rise in Allegheny County.
State Health Officials Announce When Everyone Will Be Eligible for COVID Vaccine
Beginning today, workers in four targeted industries are now eligible for the shots.
How Will It Work? Allegheny County to Launch Vaccine Registration System
County officials want to make it easier for residents to get the shots and reduce the number of canceled appointments at vaccination sites.
Are You 50 or Older? You Might Now be Eligible for the COVID Vaccine
Allegheny County is expanding eligibility for its vaccine distribution, under certain conditions.
Where You Can Apply for Help Paying Your Rent and Utility Bills
The program is for Allegheny County residents financially impacted by the pandemic.
Allegheny County to Open Three More Vaccine Distribution Sites
Residents can get COVID-19 vaccines in Oakland, the Hill District and Ross Township.
Gov. Wolf to Ease Restrictions on Bars and Restaurants
The lifting of rules regarding bar service, alcohol sales and a change in the capacity limits take effect next month.
Child Care Workers are Eligible for COVID Relief Money
The newest allocation of funds will be divided among child care providers throughout Pennsylvania.
If You Celebrate St. Patrick's Day – Don't Do It in a Crowd
Once again, there is no St. Patrick's Day parade Downtown but that didn't stop people from celebrating in large groups in 2020. Find out what the city is planning to prevent that from happening this year.
Pitt Researchers Turning Marijuana Breathalyzer into Rapid COVID Test
The test can detect the presence of coronavirus in under five minutes.
Allegheny County Officials: Keep Wearing Your Mask for Now
County Executive Rich Fitzgerald says “We're not there yet” on reopening.
Teachers and School Staff Will be First to Get the J&J Vaccine
Gov. Wolf hopes that by making teachers eligible for the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine, schools will be reopen soon.
How Social Media is Helping Pittsburghers Get Vaccinated
Three women started a Facebook group to connect more Pittsburghers to the shots.
Change of Plans: Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show Postponed
Organizers also announced the show will become a twice-a-year event beginning in 2022.
Gov. Wolf Ends COVID Travel Restrictions, Increases Event Capacity Limits
Wolf cites the dropping number of COVID cases combined with the increase in vaccinations for the decision.
Reasons for Optimism Regarding The Pandemic in Allegheny County
The biggest worry is complacency with COVID safety protocols as case numbers drop and warmer weather returns.
COVID-19 Increases Demand for Medical Cannabis
Six new medical cannabis dispensaries to open in Pennsylvania, three of them in the Pittsburgh area.
