Announcements
Psychological capital may be the antidote for working in a pandemic, WVU study suggests
Just like the COVID-19 vaccine protects against contracting the contagious virus, the collective elements of self-efficacy, optimism, hope and resiliency helps inoculate employees from the negative effects of working through a pandemic, according to a new West Virginia University study.
Join the WVU 5% Healthier program for free, personalized exercise coaching
Sponsored by the WVU Office of Health Promotion and Wellness, 5% Healthier is a 10-week personalized exercise coaching program offered by the division of exercise physiology for WVU faculty and staff.
BeWell Blog — "Try This Tuesday: Koru Mindfulness"
The BeWell team is offering a series of helpful tips for mental health and wellbeing called "Try This Tuesday." This week, Layne Hitchcock discusses Koru Mindfulness, a recurring four-week class focusing on the skill of mindfulness. Benefits of mindfulness practice can include reduced anxiety, better ability to respond to and manage stress, and improved sleep.
WVU issues statement after FDA grants full approval Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
West Virginia University issued a statement on Monday (Aug. 23) after the Federal Drug Administration fully approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
WVU Health System to require COVID-19 vaccine by Oct. 31 for those working in patient care
The West Virginia University Health System announced today that it will require all of its employees to be fully vaccinated with both doses of the two-dose series by Oct. 31, 2021. Those on the Health Sciences Campuses involved in patient care, including residents, fellows and students, are required to follow WVU Health System policies, including those related to COVID-19, such as masks, PPE and vaccinations.
Mini-grant opportunity for students at West Virginia colleges and universities
The West Virginia Drug Intervention Institute, Inc. (WV DII) has announced a mini-grant opportunity for West Virginia college students in collaboration with the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission.
Nursing virtual open house scheduled September 23 for high school seniors
Do you know a high school senior interested in a nursing career? Have them join us for a virtual BSN open house on September 23.
Study seeks students who want to exercise more
A new study at WVU Health Sciences is seeking students to participate in a new exercise study. Any WVU student who wants to start exercising regularly is eligible to sign up for eight weeks of free exercise training.
COVID-19: Third Dose Vaccines
There is a lot of confusion about the role of a third vaccine, or extra doses, for Americans and West Virginians and the potency of vaccines given late 2020 or early 2021. Dr. Clay Marsh discusses what we know, what we believe and what we don't know about this issue.
PI Academy Idea Lab: "Development & Feasibility Trial of Online Peer Support for Parents of Gender Diverse Youth"
Dr. Kacie Kidd, assistant professor of pediatrics in the WVU Department of Pediatrics Division of Adolescent Medicine and Medical Director for the WVU Medicine Children's Gender and Sexual Development Clinic, will present at the upcoming Principal Investigator Academy Idea Lab on Wednesday, September 1, from 4 to 5 p.m.