Announcements
WVU, CDC report mask observation results for week three
The School of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announce the results for the first four weeks of their mask observation study. The purpose of the seven-week study is to estimate the percentage of people within the WVU community wearing masks correctly and, ultimately, increase the proportion of people who use masks correctly.
The Market @ WVU adding grab-and-go options
Starting Monday, Nov. 2, The Market @ WVU is opening a new grab-and-go kiosk at the location in an effort to provide more diverse and healthier options.
PURPOSE: October 2020: Vaccines Save Lives
Public health experts are concerned about a “twindemic” during the winter months this year – a scenario that results in a severe flu season coupled with an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Virtual Health Safe Zone Training set for Nov. 9
A virtual Health Safe Zone Training will be offered Monday, Nov. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. for professionals, students, faculty, and staff who are interested in gender-inclusive practices in healthcare.
HSC students, faculty invited to attend Transitioning 101: A Panel Discussion on Gender Confirmation
The WVU School of Medicine's Surgical Interest Group and Student Healthcare Alliance for Promoting Equality invite the Health Sciences community to attend Transitioning 101: A Panel Discussion on Gender Confirmation.
WVU in the News: Health insurers are starting to roll back coverage for telehealth – even though demand is way up due to COVID-19
In less than a year, telehealth has gone from a niche rarity to a common practice. Its ability to ensure physical distance, preserve personal protective equipment and prevent the spread of infection among health care workers and patients has been invaluable during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dental exams available for WV veterans
As Veteran’s Day approaches, the Center for Veteran, Military and Family Programs and School of Dentistry will welcome qualified patients to the dental school Friday, November 13, 2020 for Veteran’s Oral Health Day.
WVU, CDC report ‘weeks 0-2’ preliminary results for mask observation study
The School of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported preliminary findings for weeks 0-2 for the seven-week mask observation study launched earlier this month. The purpose of the study is to estimate the percentage of people within the WVU community wearing masks correctly and, ultimately, increase the proportion of people who use masks correctly.
Dr. Anthony Fauci to headline virtual event discussing COVID-19
Join the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute for a special event on Thursday, October 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. discussing COVID-19 policy and public health and cutting edge research in West Virginia.
Master of Health Administration program, WVU Medicine to host Administrative Grand Rounds: Fostering a ‘fear-less’ healthcare enterprise
The West Virginia University Master of Health Administration program is partnering with WVU Medicine to host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds, “Fearless Leadership in Pandemic Times,” on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from noon to 1 p.m.