Highmark’s Specialty Pharmacy Program lowers costs, improves experience for members with complex health conditions
Specialty prescription medications are life-changing marvels of modern medicine. Some chronic diseases that once severely inhibited patients’ quality of life are now better managed through a steady pipeline of innovative new drugs. But there are major issues, too. Specialty medications require careful attention, often have more complex instructions for use,...
The Great American Banana Split Celebration: Celebrate where it all began — Latrobe — Aug. 22-23
In 1904, an American classic was born in Latrobe, Pa. — the iconic banana split. Today, that sweet tradition comes to life each summer during the Robindale 13th Annual Great American Banana Split Celebration, featuring two days of family fun, live entertainment, delicious food, and plenty of banana splits! Make...
Driving oral health forward: Highmark Wholecare’s Mobile Dental Tour returns for its 8th year
For the eighth consecutive year, Highmark Wholecare and United Concordia Dental are teaming up to bring essential dental services directly to underserved communities across Pennsylvania through their ‘Healthy Smiles for Miles’ mobile dental tour. This vital initiative provides no-cost, on-site dental care, including exams, cleanings, X-rays and fluoride treatments, to...
Still have a tenant in your Pittsburgh rental? You can still sell
A lot of smaller landlords in Pittsburgh are ready to sell but assume they have to wait. Wait for the lease to end. Wait for the tenant to move out. Wait until the property is vacant before they can even start the conversation about listing it. That assumption is costing...
Robert Morris University infuses artificial intelligence into MBA curriculum
Robert Morris University is transforming its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program to match the rapid ascent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the global economy. By embedding AI competencies into nearly every course, RMU ensures graduates are ready for immediate advancement at a time when employers increasingly demand leaders who...
Getting back to life: How AHN Orthopaedic Institute helps patients move forward
Losing mobility due to damaged joints can have a profound impact on daily life. At the Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Orthopaedic Institute, the goal of joint replacement surgery goes beyond improving joint health. It’s about helping patients regain their independence and return to the activities they love — whether it’s...
More than a ride: How removing everyday barriers is helping Western Pennsylvanians live Healthier Lives
An innovative program connecting health care and community resources is helping people overcome everyday barriers—and rediscover purpose along the way. What if one of the most powerful prescriptions for better health isn’t medicine at all? For many people, good health begins with reliable transportation, access to healthy food, stable housing...
Tianeptine: A growing public safety concern consumers should not ignore
At Robert Peirce & Associates, P.C., we have spent decades advocating for individuals and families harmed by dangerous products, negligent conduct, and preventable injuries. As new consumer safety concerns emerge, it is important for the public to stay informed about substances that may pose serious health risks. One such substance...
A destination for pioneering, lifesaving heart attack care
When 68-year-old Francis “Fran” Bires headed outside his Sandy Lake, Pa., home in February to split firewood, it felt like any other day. Within minutes, however, he was experiencing severe chest pain — the kind that signals a medical emergency. “The pain came on suddenly and wasn’t something I could...
King’s Super Tire Powered by Export Tire to celebrate new name with Bigfoot Family Fun Day
A longtime Mt. Pleasant tire retailer is celebrating a new chapter with a day of family fun, monster truck action and community activities. King’s Super Tire, located at 6452 Route 819 South, has officially become King’s Super Tire Powered by Export Tire, reflecting its place within the Myers family’s growing...
Reimagining play in the age of screens
A buzz worthy summer blockbuster movie is sparking conversation, and its theme feels familiar: kids today are growing up in a world where screens often compete with play. For parents, that creates a daily game of tug-of-war. Screens can entertain, ease travel and even support learning. But when they begin...
Advanced therapies and new technologies help burn patients heal at Allegheny Health Network
AHN West Penn’s Burn Center is one of the nation’s leading centers for innovative treatment and specialized care for serious burn injuries Summer in Western Pennsylvania means cookouts, campfires and Fourth of July celebrations. It’s also the busiest time of year for burn centers. Fortunately, the region is home to...
Penn Commercial adds automatic-transmission truck as CDL training shifts gears
For decades, learning to drive a big rig meant mastering a stick shift with as many as 18 gears, a skill that scared off plenty of would-be truckers before they ever climbed into the cab. Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is betting that barrier is fading fast. The Washington County school...
Inherited a house in Pittsburgh? Here’s what nobody tells you about selling it
Most people have never had to sell an estate property before. When a parent or grandparent passes away, the family knows the house needs to be dealt with, but the actual process of getting from that moment to a closing table involves steps that most people have simply never encountered....
Stepping up for single parents and kids across Western Pennsylvania
For almost a decade, Angels’ Place has been a steadfast presence at the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community. The Pittsburgh-based nonprofit — which provides resources to locate stable housing, education and support for single parents and their children — has seen firsthand how the walk strengthens both its mission...
Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community unites Pittsburgh at Point State Park
On Saturday, May 30, Point State Park was filled with the sound of footsteps, laughter and music as thousands of Pittsburghers came together for the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community. Families, friends, community groups and pets walked side by side, choosing to participate in either a one mile or...
Hidden Gems: Local businesses with heart, hustle and purpose
Local hidden gem businesses are what give our communities their charm, personality and heart. They are the shops, services and family-run companies that make our neighborhoods feel connected and special. Built by hardworking people who care deeply about what they do, these businesses bring passion, pride and personal service to...
Fighting unfair property tax assessments in Allegheny County
The Pennsylvania State Tax Equalization Board has set the Common Level Ratio for 2027 tax assessment appeals at 49.3%. As a result of this change, thousands of properties are now over-assessed. The attorneys at Robert Peirce & Associates, P.C. can help you appeal your unfair property tax assessment. Working with...
Masters of the Sky: At National Aviary this summer, meet ‘Remarkable Raptors’
National Aviary is focusing on some remarkable flyers this summer and introducing visitors to a new feathered friend. Located in Pittsburgh’s North Side, the Aviary recently launched Remarkable Raptors, an entertaining and educational look at birds of prey, presented by S&T Bank. There are new seasonal Daily Activities, add-on opportunities,...
Virtual Pelvic Health: A new era of care
For too long, conversations around women’s health have sidestepped some of the most common and disruptive issues. Nearly 1 in 3 women experience bladder issues, chronic pelvic pain, pelvic floor disorders, or symptoms associated with intimacy, well-being, pregnancy, post-partum, and menopause. This widespread need demands accessible, effective solutions. At Highmark...
Remarkable cancer care at AHN makes life’s milestones possible
For much of his life, Christopher Musati wanted nothing to do with hospitals. Growing up, the 34-year-old Butler resident watched a close family member battle a rare disease, an experience that left him with lasting memories of anxiety, fear and loss tied to medical care. Hospitals, in his mind, were...
How AHN is addressing heart health in South Asian patient populations
We sat down with Dr. Mahathi Indaram, a board-certified cardiologist and one of the physician leaders of Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) new South Asian Heart Clinic, to discuss this innovative resource. Q: What is the South Asian Heart Clinic, and why was it created? Dr. Indaram: The South Asian Heart...
Facing foreclosure in Pittsburgh? Here’s what you can do before the bank takes your house
Most homeowners don’t realize how little time they actually have. By the time a foreclosure notice arrives, the clock is already running, and in Pennsylvania, once the bank files in court, options start to disappear fast. That’s the situation Tom and Linda found themselves in last year. After Tom was...
From Patient to Caregiver: Young woman’s journey highlights the power of advanced cardiovascular, critical care at AHN Allegheny General Hospital
Shortly after 20-year-old Ainsley Flynn of Mt. Lebanon attended a Pittsburgh Penguins game in December 2024, she developed a headache that she initially dismissed as nothing serious. When she arrived home, however, her symptoms quickly worsened. Severe fatigue and shortness of breath prompted her to seek care at her local...
Hidden Gem Businesses: Local favorites worth discovering
Hidden Gem local businesses are the heartbeat of our community. They are the places that bring character, connection and pride to where we live. These aren’t big box stores or one-size-fits-all companies. They’re built by hardworking local people and families who pour passion, care, and dedication into everything they do....
