Ali Lanyon

Harrisburg

Co-Anchor at WHTM-TV (Harrisburg, PA)

Co-anchor of @abc27News #27Daybreak. Wife, mom of 2. 5x Emmy winner. Harrisburg Magazine's Simply the Best. Adjunct journalism professor at @EtownCollege

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What’s Going Around: Strep, allergies, pink eye, asthma issues

1 week ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing an increase in cases viral sore throats, the flu, a stomach bug, allergies and asthma. WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians across the Midstate are seeing upper respiratory infections, seasonal allergies and asthma issues this week. “As infections are decreasing for the season, seasonal allergies and asthma cases are on the rise,” said Dr. Vinitha Moopen, pediatrician at WellSpan Family & Pediatric Medicine in Rothsville.
Mommy Minute: At what age can kids mow the lawn?

1 week ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

The change in weather and all of this recent rain may have you thinking about the first mow of the season. If you plan to involve your kids in lawn maintenance, there are things to keep in mind. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under 12 should be kept away from lawn mowers altogether. This is especially true for toddlers – who shouldn’t be allowed outside at all if a lawn mower is in use. After 12, kids can start with a push mower.
Mommy Minute: At what age can kids mow the lawn?

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Ali Lanyon

The change in weather and all of this recent rain may have you thinking about the first mow of the season. If you plan to involve your kids in lawn maintenance, there are things to keep in mind. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under 12 should be kept away from lawn mowers altogether. This is especially true for toddlers – who shouldn’t be allowed outside at all if a lawn mower is in use. After 12, kids can start with a push mower.
What’s Going Around: Stomach bug, strep, allergies, croup

2 weeks ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing an increase in viral upper respiratory infections, a stomach bug, strep throat, COVID, RSV, a virus causing a high fever and rashes. WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians are seeing a stomach bug, seasonal allergies and asthma attacks this week. “Spring is here and so are seasonal allergies,” said Dr. Christopher Russo, medical director of pediatrics at WellSpan Health.
What’s Going Around: Stomach bug, strep, allergies, croup

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ali Lanyon

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing an increase in viral upper respiratory infections, a stomach bug, strep throat, COVID, RSV, a virus causing a high fever and rashes. WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians are seeing a stomach bug, seasonal allergies and asthma attacks this week. “Spring is here and so are seasonal allergies,” said Dr. Christopher Russo, medical director of pediatrics at WellSpan Health.
Mommy Minute: Germ hot spots in your home

2 weeks ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

It seems like we all know someone who is sick right now. And if you’re hoping to avoid that same fate, it’s important to make sure you’re regularly cleaning germ hot spots in your home. “The two biggest places that germs reside in are the kitchen and the bathroom. So, you want to make sure you clean those two areas really well. And I’m talking about the high touch surfaces like light switches, faucets, door handles,” said Neha Vyas, MD, family medicine physician at Cleveland Clinic.
Mommy Minute: Germ hot spots in your home

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Ali Lanyon

It seems like we all know someone who is sick right now. And if you’re hoping to avoid that same fate, it’s important to make sure you’re regularly cleaning germ hot spots in your home. “The two biggest places that germs reside in are the kitchen and the bathroom. So, you want to make sure you clean those two areas really well. And I’m talking about the high touch surfaces like light switches, faucets, door handles,” said Neha Vyas, MD, family medicine physician at Cleveland Clinic.
What’s Going Around: Strep, allergies, stomach bug

3 weeks ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics is seeing an increase in cases of a viral stomach bug, viral sore throats and allergies. Pediatricians at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital are seeing common colds, respiratory illnesses and strep throat. WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians are seeing seasonal allergies and asthma attacks this week.
Mommy Minute: How to instill positive body image in kids

3 weeks ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

Body image is how we see and perceive ourselves and how we believe others see an perceive us. It ties directly into our self-esteem and can be particularly tricky in adolescence and young adulthood. So what can parents do to help their kids maintain a healthy body image? “Talking about what healthy bodies look like; not what bodies are supposed to look like because frankly bodies come in all shapes and sizes and health comes in all shapes and sizes,” said Dr. Melissa Brown, psychologist at UPMC.
What’s Going Around: Strep throat, allergies, pink eye

4 weeks ago | abc27.com | Ali Lanyon

WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians across the Midstate are seeing flu, strep throat, a stomach bug and seasonal allergies. “We are seeing a significant decline in all of the viruses that have been prevalent the last few months, however, there has been an uptick in seasonal allergies,” said Dr. Vinitha Moopen, pediatrician at WellSpan Family & Pediatric Medicine in Rothsville.

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Ali Lanyon @AliLanyonABC27

11 Apr 25

Celebrated with amazing storytellers at the @PABroadcasters awards today! Honored to be recognized with @Justin_Raub for this story: https://t.co/vBO0nn12E1 Congrats to @SethABC27 and Zack for your award! @abc27News https://t.co/ZaNx7Ta7cl

Ali Lanyon @AliLanyonABC27

10 Apr 25

It's allergy season 🤧 but there are still plenty of contagious illnesses making the rounds this week. What are YOU seeing? 😷🤮🤒 #27Daybreak #WhatsGoingAround https://t.co/gUUdIuo9h5

Ali Lanyon @AliLanyonABC27

2 Apr 25

Happy birthday to #27Daybreak's @EricaABC27! Hope you enjoy your day, my friend!!! Cheers! 🍾 https://t.co/8q8Osp770B

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Articles

What’s Going Around: Strep, allergies, pink eye, asthma issues

Mommy Minute: At what age can kids mow the lawn?

Mommy Minute: At what age can kids mow the lawn?

What’s Going Around: Stomach bug, strep, allergies, croup

What’s Going Around: Stomach bug, strep, allergies, croup

Mommy Minute: Germ hot spots in your home

Mommy Minute: Germ hot spots in your home

What’s Going Around: Strep, allergies, stomach bug

Mommy Minute: How to instill positive body image in kids

What’s Going Around: Strep throat, allergies, pink eye

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