Announcements
Death by suicide? Drug overdoses muddy waters for investigators, amplify national mental health crisis
A new West Virginia University-led injury mortality study combines most drug overdose deaths with all suicides into an expanded self-injury category. Exposing a mental health crisis that has unraveled across the United States over the past two decades, study data have direct implications for suicide prevention efforts.
Call for Nominations: WVU HSC Faculty Development Program
The WVU HSC Faculty Development Program is seeking nominations for the Academy of Excellence in Teaching & Learning.
WVU in the News: The Key to West Virginia’s Vaccine Success
As a physician focused on public health in West Virginia, I am accustomed to our state scoring low in all national measures of health. We have high rates of obesity, chronic diseases, and fatal opioid overdoses. Now, however, we are leading in the country’s most important health initiative: We are one of the states with the highest per capita distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, just behind Alaska.
Virtual farewell event set for Feb. 24 for Dr. Nathan Pauly
Nathan Pauly, PhD, director of Medicaid Research and Evaluation in the Office of Health Affairs, will be leaving his position with West Virginia University on Feb. 24.
WVU in the News: COVID-19, misconceptions about alcohol could lead to increased winter drinking
A recent study conducted by Rehabs.com, a website facilitated by American Addiction Centers, says 50% of West Virginians reported increased alcohol consumption during winter months.
Delta Omega: 2020 at a Glance
During the Fall 2020 semester, the Gamma Mu Chapter of Delta Omega at WVU has continued to adapt in new ways to further its mission in the midst of a global pandemic. This has not been without its challenges; however, the chapter’s leadership team has remained resilient and worked hard in collaboration with the School of Public Health and other organizations to continue to stay active in the community and hold virtual events to promote public health service, research and scholarship.
WVU in the News: The mistrusted medical miracle: Vaccines have revolutionized health, but some still question their safety
On the one hand, vaccines have saved millions of lives. Yet despite being applauded as a medical miracle, vaccines have always generated a level of public distrust.
Join Rise WVU in celebrating Black Love Day
Rise WVU will host its 3rd Annual Black Love Day Celebration with an interactive panel discussion to review Black Love's representation in the media and its dynamics within the black community on Feb. 11 at 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend!
Office of Health Promotion and Wellness celebrates Black History Month
During Black History Month, WVU’s Office of Health Promotion and Wellness is proud to recognize African American faculty, staff and students who go above and beyond their typical roles at the University. We celebrate those who are building community wellbeing by helping people feel connected, engaged and safe in their communities. If you would like to recognize an extraordinary person in celebration of Black History Month, send your nomination to amsidwell@hsc.wvu.edu.
NIDA Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Appalachian Node Annual Conference
Registration is now open for the NIDA Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Appalachian Node Annual Conference, set for Feb. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. Attendance is complimentary.