Kids can spend more time outdoors when provided with shade, study finds
Researchers say shade can increase outdoor activities by an average of 14 minutes.
Health
Pennsylvania dairy workers, vets prepare for the bird flu
While experts say the risk of bird flu for the public is low, dairy farmers are still taking precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.
Trails along Pittsburgh’s rivers are helping the region’s economy
A new report shows the miles of trails along Pittsburgh’s rivers have a significant economic impact, but they’re also improving trail users’ mental and physical health.
Pollution risks from gas stoves are greater in small homes
Gas stoves emit harmful pollutants including nitrogen dioxide, raising health concerns for people living in small homes across America.
More than 30 Pa. schools detected toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in their drinking water that exceed EPA standard
For the first time, Pa. schools with on-site wells have been required to test drinking water for PFAS.
Climate change is making heat waves like this week’s more common and severe in Pa.
A Penn State climate scientist explains how climate change is making heatwaves more likely and the health implications of higher temperatures.
There is something wrong under New Freeport
After the 2022 frack out, residents report rashes, foul water and a problem that may be growing bigger. EQT denies responsibility. Documents and videos reveal undisclosed details.
College students find greener protections for firefighters
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As a class project, Lehigh University students came up with ways to protect firefighters from dangerous PFAS chemicals on the job.
Air pollution decreased, but still causes hundreds of deaths a year in Allegheny County
The report finds up to 1373 people died annually in Allegheny County from 2020 to 2022 from exposures to fine particulate matter.
Pittsburgh public schools reaches milestone for removing lead in drinking water fountains
The district replaced all unfiltered water fountains by installing 1,300 lead-filtering ones. No amount is safe for children’s bodies.
