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Asha Patel, an immunology researcher, holds a collector , from the Burkard Spore Trap, that collects pollen for a 48 hour period, on the roof at Allegheny General Hospital.
Under-the-tongue tablets trick the immune system to fight allergies
New allergy drugs -- especially sublingual tablets marketed as Ragwitek, Grastek and Oralair -- are slowly changing the treatment landscape.
Women and cholesterol: Study sees link with menopausal changes
University of Pittsburgh study says association between sex hormone and cholesterol may help explain menopause role in cardiovascular
Risk depends on characteristics of lipoproteins in the blood
Egypt tenders bid to Israel, Gaza militants
Cairo‘s proposal to Israel and Hamas seeks ’unconditional acceptance‘ by both sides this morning.
Corbett visits area to bolster campaign
Mr. Corbett appeared with state Sen. Randy Vulakovich at a Monday news conference at the Shaler Township Municipal Building.
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State
Allegheny River jet ski accident shines light on dangers of recreational vehicles
Water scooters are second among common vessel types involved in reported boat accidents nationally, the U.S. Coast Guard reported in 2013.
Corbett: Pension overhaul targets property tax issue
Current benefit costs put a strain on many school districts' budgets.
Plan helps doctors check painkiller use
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PSU trustees asked to reopen Freeh report
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Diana Nelson Jones’ Walkabout: Opportunities grow in old St. Clair Village
A ghost plateau in old St. Clair Village could become one of the country‘s largest urban farms.
A call to arms must first wake the dead
The Selective Service sent about 14,000 letters across the state ordering men born between 1893 and 1897 to register for the military draft.