The Process of Becoming a Doctor
Credit: etactics.com PITTSBURGH (PTTP) – There are many years of school a person must go through in order to become a doctor. The schooling process takes 10-15 years before a….
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FDA Approves New App to Treat Depression
PITTSBURGH (PTTP) – The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the first app to treat depression. The app, Rejoyn, will require a prescription from a clinician in order….
Seasonal Allergies and What Causes them
PITTSBURGH (PTTP) – Seasonal allergies are a condition that affects many people in America. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, approximately 81 million Americas have been diagnosed….
Legislative Bill on Mental Health in Students Set to be Voted on Later This Month
PITTSBURGH (PTTP) – On Feb. 12, 2024, State Rep. Michael Schlossberg (D., Lehigh) proposed a legislative bill that would grant nearly $100 million to schools to aid in the fight….
Renowned NFL and College Athletes to Participate in Pitt’s Current Research Initiative, the National Sports Brain Bank
PITTSBURGH (PTTP) – Last year around May 18, 2023, The University of Pittsburgh’s Medical School kicked off a new research project known as the National Sports Brain Bank (NSBB). The….
Pittsburgh to Establish Brand New EMS Station for the First Time in over 30 Years
PITTSBURGH, PA (PTTP) – Last Friday, March 1st, 2024, it was publicly announced that a new EMS site is currently in development. The new EMS station, titled Medic 4, will….
Recently Drafted PA Bill That Prioritizes Mental Health for Students to be Further Reviewed for Approval Later This Month
HARRISBURG, PA (PTTP) – On Feb.12, 2024, State Rep. Michael Schlossberg (D., Lehigh), announced his legislative draft for a new mental health initiative. Approval of the bill will be further….
Zebrafish Research at the University of Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH, PA (PTTP) – The University of Pittsburgh holds one of the largest zebrafishfacilities in the world holding over 11,000 tanks. These tanks hold zebra fish that range in age,with….