Announcements
COVID-19 vaccine update webinar available for healthcare professionals
The West Virginia Immunization Network and the WV Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics will host a “WV COVID-19 Vaccine Update” webinar led by Krista D. Capehart, Pharm.D., and Lisa M. Costello, M.D., for healthcare professionals on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, from noon to 1 p.m.
WV Health Care Decisions Act undergoes major revisions
For the first time in 20 years, the West Virginia Health Care Decisions Act has undergone a major revision. The new version of the WV Health Care Decisions Act (SB 470) becomes effective June 7, 2022 and requires all healthcare facilities to update the forms they provide to patients no later than January 1, 2023.
Medicine Grand Rounds: Dr. Berry to give presentation on navigating the cautionary trail of cannabis
This week’s Department of Medicine grand rounds will feature a presentation from James H. Berry, D.O., on navigating the cautionary trail of cannabis.
WVU student leaders help launch initiative to create greater visibility for student mental health
West Virginia University student leaders have joined the Advisory Council of Students, which is composed of student government representatives from each of West Virginia’s public colleges and universities, in launching the West Virginia Green Bandana Initiative to shine a brighter light on student mental health.
Help spread awareness this April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
The West Virginia University Peer Advocate program invites the campus and local community to participate in a week of events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, April 4-8, in the Health Sciences Center Pylons Lobby.
WVU School of Public Health to celebrate National Public Health Week with series of virtual events
During the first full week of April each year, the American Public Health Association brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation's health. This year's theme is "Public Health is Where You Are."
Faculty and staff invited to sponsor a Hydration Station
WELLWVU invites WVU departments and organizations to sponsor a Hydration Station in April. Participating in a Hydration Station creates a fun opportunity to interact with students while encouraging safety and wellbeing and promoting your department or organization.
HSC Wellness Center Weight Room now open
Following social distancing guidelines, the Wellness Center Weight Room is now open.
Sign up for HSC Faculty Development Zoom session: “Large Group Teaching”
All faculty are invited to attend the WVU Health Sciences Faculty Development Program presentation “Large Group Teaching” on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, from noon to 1:00 p.m.
Join 5K to benefit domestic violence victims
Join the Delta Sigma Delta annual “Give Back a Smile 5K” to benefit the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation’s Give Back a Smile Program April 2 at the WVU Rec Center.