Announcements
WVU in the News: Study shows large number of seniors vulnerable to benefits scams
Dr. R. Osvaldo weighs in for reporting from UPI on a study highlighting scam susceptibility among senior citizens.
WVU in the News: 'Beer goggles' a myth, but alcohol’s allure real and risky
Dr. Daniel Farmer tells WebMD “learned hopelessness” is a common thread among many people with severe alcohol use disorder.
Athletic Training student conducts research at Special Olympics World Games in Berlin
This summer, athletes and Unified partners from 190 countries converged in Berlin, Germany to compete at the Special Olympics World Games. The athletes were supported by coaches, volunteers, providers and researchers – including Ryan James, a current student in the Master of Science in Athletic Training program at the WVU School of Medicine.
WVU in the News: Up in smoke: W.Va. squandered tobacco settlement funding. Now’s the time to bring it back.
WVU School of Public Health student Diana Davidson pens an op-ed with Kelli Caseman, executive director of Think Kids, for The Register-Herald.
WVU in the News: The power of music to improve our health
Dr. Ali Rezai, executive chair of the WVU Rockfeller Neuroscience Institute, provides insights about music's impact on stress during the Universal Music Group and Thrive Global Music+Health conference.
WVU in the News: What 3 surgeons wish patients knew about their job
Dr. Scott Daffner offers insights for a Becker’s Spine Review piece on what surgeons often wish patients understood about their jobs.
Ultrasound equipment donations to support rural telehealth, education for nursing students
Through two donations from Ultrasound Solutions Corp. (USC Ultrasound), the WVU School of Nursing’s Faith Community Nursing initiative will be able to further support rural telehealth efforts in southern West Virginia and nursing students will have access to innovative ultrasound technology.
WVU to offer first pediatric dentistry residency program in West Virginia
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry is adding to its advanced education programs, becoming the first institution in the state to offer a residency in pediatric dentistry.
American Dental Hygiene Association recognizes WVU hygienists for service and excellence
The American Dental Hygiene Association (ADHA) held its annual conference July 7-9, 2023 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. ADHA 100th Annual Conference at McCormick Place in Chicago, was indeed a special occasion, a celebration of the organization’s milestone of 100 years of leadership in oral health.
Beckley Campus to host Fall Nursing Expo Nov. 11
The WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus will host the annual Fall Expo on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to noon on the Beckley Campus, located at WVU Tech.