Ovarian Cancer Research: Fighting for Hope
Ovarian Cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer. Tonight, OnQ takes you inside a local lab where researchers are working on a screening test for women. Plus, you'll meet a local woman battling the disease. See how she's working to raise awareness and hope for the future.
View more from WQED
Series: OnQ
This international event reclaims parking spaces and turns them into parks and people-friendly gathering spaces one day a year. OnQ reports on Pittsburgh's version of PARK(ing) Day, which took place in September 2009.
Did you know Pittsburgh is home to the world's biggest Pinball tournament? Dave & Dave head to a Carnegie to meet players from around the world and find out why this is their favorite tournament.
They improve the look of your yard, but more importantly, they're good for the environment. Rain gardens collect and hold rain water runoff and allow it to slowly seep into the soil. OnQ tours three rain gardens in the Pittsburgh area.
This historic Reform congregation in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh is celebrating two milestones. It's the oldest Jewish congregation in Western Pennsylvania, celebrating 150 years. Also, its majestic synagogue is now 100 years old. OnQ's Michael Bartley chronicles the history of Rodef Shalom.
As people age, they must always be mindful of "end of life" decisions. It's not just about your will. What happens if you become unable to voice your own wishes? Who will decide the health decisions on your behalf? When are you eligible for hospice care? This OnQ report features local experts who advise people on these issues every day.
William Slater's son, Larry, proudly recounts the story of his father's valiant efforts at Pearl Harbor.
