Announcements
American Red Cross seeking volunteers
The American Red Cross Central Appalachia Region is trying to recruit nurses and health care professionals who are passionate about helping the community by bringing relief, comfort, and hope to those who are in need.
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.
the Pulse: March 28, 2022 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
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 Nursing Beckley Campus now offering advanced admission standing for medical professionals, such as LPNs, paramedics and more
The West Virginia University School of Nursing Beckley Campus is now offering advanced admission standing for licensed medical professionals, such as licensed practical nurses, paramedics and more.
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."
WVU trauma team supports Ukraine trauma surgeons with training and supplies
As healthcare professionals in Ukraine are increasingly overwhelmed by dire circumstances amid war, some are relying on training from experts at West Virginia University.
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.
Nursing students invited to participate in a survey research project focused on transgender healthcare
WVU School of Nursing students are invited to participate in a survey research project Transgender Healthcare: Assessing Nursing Students’ Knowledge and Experience.