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WVU School of Medicine residency programs prioritize wellness among students
For more than 550 residents at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, juggling patients, personal lives and training is an adjustment as they enter their residency program. For some, they’re adjusting to new cities, new living arrangements, new clinics and communities. For others, it’s learning to find work-life balance in a new environment.
WVU dental school orthodontic resident advocates for specialty
From February 28 to March 1, West Virginia University School of Dentistry Department of Orthodontics resident Dr. Jenna Schneider attended the American Association of Orthodontists Political Action Committee (AAO PAC) conference in Washington D.C.
Working in service: WVU enhances health and well-being throughout West Virginia
West Virginia University Health Sciences tackles important health issues plaguing the Mountain State through academics, research, clinics and partnerships extending to communities across West Virginia and the region.
WVU in the News: Family nurse practitioner students come through with flying (WVU) colors on certifications
WVU School of Nursing graduates of the Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner program recently received a 100% first-time pass rate on their certification exam. See the media coverage.
WVU in the News: Inaugural WVU Nursing ambassadors support next generation of nursing students
As they pursue careers focused on caring and compassion, the inaugural WVU School of Nursing student ambassadors are already demonstrating their dedication to helping others by sharing their personal experiences and expertise with the next generation of nursing students. See the media coverage.
WVU, University of Puerto Rico industrial hygiene students collaborate to expand knowledge and cultural connections
Graduate students in the industrial hygiene program at West Virginia University recently had the opportunity to expand their understanding of their field and connect across cultures.
WVU Nursing to host virtual open house for Fast-Track Nursing program March 21
The WVU School of Nursing is hosting a spring 2023 Virtual Open House for the BS/BA to Bachelor of Science in Nursing program Thursday, March 21 at 6 p.m.
WVU in the News: 5 long COVID myths we need to stop believing
Dr. Clay Marsh contributes to a HuffPost report dispelling myths about long COVID.
March 7, 2023 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for March 7, 2023.
Drinking, drug use and driving increased in West Virginia during COVID-19, WVU study finds
One West Virginia trauma center saw an uptick in alcohol and drug use by patients treated for motor vehicle collision injuries during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a West Virginia University study led by Toni Marie Rudisill, assistant professor in the WVU School of Public Health. More specifically, researchers found patients were using a greater number of drugs, including cannabinoids, opioids and stimulants during the pandemic than prior to its onset.