Announcements
WVCTSI at WVU designated as one of only eight ECHO Superhubs in the U.S.
The West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute Project ECHO program has been spreading specialty care knowledge across the Mountain State for five years. Building upon its success, the project can now lend resources and expertise to health providers beyond West Virginia with its recent designation as an ECHO Superhub – one of only eight in the United States and 18 worldwide.
WVU antiracist course offers opportunities for Health Sciences students to better navigate health care fields
After a successful course offering in the spring, West Virginia University is again offering students an opportunity this fall to learn how to be an antiracist and what that means as a concept.
Mental Health First Aid now available
Mental Health First Aid teaches participants to apply skills that include assessing for suicide or harm, listening non-judgmentally, giving reassurance and information, and encouraging professional help and self-help strategies. The information will be presented by WVU’s certified instructors in a variety of formats, including virtual, blended and in-person as pandemic protocols allow. Contact the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness for additional information.
Health Sciences students invited to participate in COVID-19 research project
Health Sciences students are being invited to participate in a research project to assess the impact of COVID-19 on health and wellness. This project is being conducted by Angela Goodhart, PharmD, and co-investigators at the WVU Health Science Center.
As CBD oil sales hit the gas, WVU researcher studies its effects on driving performance
The widespread use of CBD oil is so new that scientists don’t yet understand all of the ways it affects drivers. Toni Marie Rudisill—a researcher with the West Virginia University School of Public Health—is recruiting participants for a new study into whether and how CBD oil impairs driving ability.
Register now to learn how other countries experience health care
Ever wondered how people in other countries experience health care? If you've asked yourself any of the following questions, this session might appeal to you.
Registration open for HSC Workplace Survey conversation
As part of an HSC initiative focused on “COVID-19 Lessons Learned,” a survey was completed focused on HSC faculty and staff workplace design during the past year. In a follow up to the survey, we will hold an HSC conversation on Thursday, June 3 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to share and discuss these data.
WVU updates mask wearing and out-of-state travel guidance for fully vaccinated individuals
WVU is lessening some restrictions around mask wearing and out-of-state travel for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and verified their vaccinations with the University.
Seeking Participants for CBD and Driving Simulation Study
Ever wonder if Cannabidiol (CBD) oil affects driving ability? If so, we need your help with a driving simulation study!
Call for Applications: BBS Diversity in Research and Education Scholarships
We are pleased to announce the availability of Behavioral and Biomedical Sciences (BBS) T32 Training Program scholarships for 2021. These scholarships are made in recognition of the Health Science Center’s and T32 Training Program’s continued support to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across scientific disciplines.