Announcements
WVU Nursing faculty presents poster during SUD conference
During the conference “Building a Healthier Appalachia: Collaborative Solutions to Substance Use Disorders Across the Region,” WVU School of Nursing faculty member Dr. Kendra Barker presented a poster focused on how advanced practice nurses can help patients with substance use disorder.
WVU Nursing student presents at Global Health Week: "The Estonian Experience"
A study abroad experience in Estonia provided nursing student Maleah Cline with invaluable insight into how another country treats its patients struggling with addiction. She recently shared her experience during Global Health Week to offer insights.
WVU research shows mindfulness may improve substance use treatment
Patients receiving medication for opioid use disorder are more likely to complete their treatment programs and have a lower risk of relapse if they participate in mindfulness training, according to a West Virginia University study.
Veterans receive free screenings at WVU School of Dentistry annual event
Students dentists and hygienists were able to provide care to 55 veterans.
WVU Nursing to host Virtual Open House for BSN program Nov. 29
The WVU School of Nursing is hosting a fall 2023 Virtual Open House for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. EST. This event will feature information for our Morgantown, Beckley, and Keyser campuses.
WVU in the News: Fauci weighs in on W.Va.’s HIV rate
Since January 2018, the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health has been monitoring increased diagnoses of HIV across the state, especially among people who inject drugs.
Cadence Carpenter named Catamounts Climb Higher award recipient
Cadence Carpenter, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) student at the West Virginia University School of Nursing Keyser Campus, has been presented with the Catamounts Climb Higher award at WVU Potomac State College.
Monongalia County Health Department Dentistry Healthy Smiles Day to be held Nov. 22
MCHD Dentistry's Healthy Smile Day will provide a free cleaning and checkup for adults 18 years and older who do not have dental insurance.
Lei earns 2023 Dr. Howard K. Koh Award
Ming Lei, senior associate vice president for research and graduate education for WVU Health Sciences, has received the Dr. Howard K. Koh Award for outstanding leadership, service integrity, and significant contributions to the mission of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
New WVU partnership will provide financial support to students serving Mountain State communities
A new campus partnership will help West Virginia University students with financial need gain real-world experience through an innovative, grassroots community service program.