Announcements
WVU in the News: Heat stroke, air quality prompt concerns for athlete safety
As athletes across the country begin preseason training amid the hottest summer on record, experts on heat-related illness say they are concerned that resources to keep sports safe, especially for younger athletes, are not keeping pace with hotter temperatures.
WVU Department of Emergency Medicine to celebrate its 30th anniversary
The WVU Department of Emergency Medicine is proud to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with a weekend of events for alumni and friends November 10-11, 2023, in Morgantown.
Three WVU School of Medicine students recognized with 2023 Outstanding Graduate Student Awards
Three students from the West Virginia University School of Medicine have been recognized with the Health Sciences Office of Research and Graduate Education’s annual Outstanding Graduate Student Awards in the areas of Outstanding Leadership, Service and Mountaineer Values.
Watch: Country Roads student's emotional response to acceptance letter
We are excited to welcome all of our new Country Roads students this semester, including Claire Nailler whose family story was featured on WVUToday.
Health Tips: What is Mental Health?
The WVU School of Nursing and the McDowell County Commission on Aging are partnering to present a series of health tips. In this video, Rylie O'Neal shares more information about mental health awareness.
WVU School of Medicine welcomes M.D. class of 2027
A new cohort of future physicians has begun their journey at the West Virginia University School of Medicine. This week, the Class of 2027 will meet their peers and engage with school leadership during orientation, all while laying the groundwork to be successful during their medical education.
One dedicated West Virginia physician is meeting patients where they are
An estimated 46 million Americans live in rural areas, but there is more to this number than population size, geographical location and type of environment.
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital named top hospital in state by U.S. News & World Report
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital has retained its title of number one hospital in West Virginia and ranked 41st in the nation in Obstetric and Gynecological Care according to the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital rankings. Nine WVU Medicine hospitals, including Ruby Memorial Hospital, were recognized as High Performing in one or more categories.
WVU in the News: Health officials prepare for autumn vaccinations
Dr. Lisa Costello is an assistant professor in pediatrics at WVU. She recommended checking with a physician about your vaccination status and to plan ahead.
WVU in the News: Marijuana addiction is real. Those struggling often face skepticism.
Dr. James Berry contributes to reporting from The Washington Post on marijuana addiction.