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WV DHHR: COVID-19 Daily Update 5-28-2020
WV DHHR: COVID-19 Daily Update 5-28-2020
WVU researcher to discuss important role of rehabilitative services for cancer patients
In the next 10 years, it is estimated that nearly seven percent of the United States population will be cancer survivors, which translates to more than 21 million people. One West Virginia University researcher will share how preventative measures like rehabilitative services can play a critical role in improving their quality of life.
Panagakos named interim dean for the WVU School of Dentistry
An experienced educator, private dental care practitioner and oral healthcare industry research expert, Dr. Fotinos Panagakos will continue to serve in his current position as vice dean of administration and research while also being named interim dean beginning July 1.
May 28, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for May 28, 2020.
WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute announces capability to predict COVID-19 related symptoms up to three days in advance
The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) and WVU Medicine, in conjunction with Oura Health, have addressed a major concern regarding the spread of COVID-19. The RNI has created a digital platform that can detect COVID-19 related symptoms up to three days before they show up.
WV DHHR: COVID-19 Daily Update 5-27-2020
WV DHHR: COVID-19 Daily Update 5-27-2020
WVU, through partnerships, producing thousands of swabs for COVID-19 testing
With significantly increased testing a key component in the battle against COVID-19, the Innovation Hub at West Virginia University is working with WVU Medicine to churn out up to 10,000 swabs weekly to meet demands for tests.
May 27, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for May 27, 2020.
WVU Dental reopens for comprehensive and elective care
WVU Dental reopened for comprehensive care to existing patients on May 18 amid a number of COVID-19 precautions. The date of the reopen for the WVU School of Dentistry clinics gave clinicians and academic leaders extra time to implement additional safety processes including an effort to equip providers with modified protective gear.
Episode 2 of WVU's COVID-19 podcast available now
In the latest episode, Dr. Ivan Martinez, virology expert, discusses all things RNA viruses. How long have they existed? Are they alive? How do we protect against them? What vaccines are being trialled, and are they safe?