Announcements
GHHS Solidarity Week slated for Feb. 12 through Feb. 16
The West Virginia University chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society recently announced their participation in celebrating the national Gold Humanism Solidarity Week for Compassionate Patient Care.
Sweet and safe giveaways available in Pylons Commons on Valentine’s Day
All WVU students are invited to stop by Pylons Commons in the Health Sciences Center for sweet and safe Valentine’s Day treats on Wednesday, Feb. 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WVU in the News: Updated ADA guidelines for dental pain treatment
Dr. Michael Reynolds, an addiction medicine fellow in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting from Pittsburgh Post-Gazette about American Dental Association pain management guidelines.
BeWell to host burnout and self-care workshop
WVU Health Sciences BeWell will host a workshop for students during the spring semester titled “Unwind Your Minds: Burnout & Self-Care.”
WVU in the News: ‘First at 4’ Forum: Angel Smothers
Angel Smothers appears on WDTV’s “First at Four” to discuss the School of Nursing, as well as Noah’s Ark Baby Pantry.
Schaefer and Hayanga inducted as Society of Critical Care Medicine fellows
The Society of Critical Care Medicine inducted Gregory Schaefer, D.O., FACS, FCCM, and J. W. Awori Hayanga, M.D., MPH, FACS, FRCS, FCCP, FCCM as fellows in the American College of Critical Care Medicine on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024.
WVU study finds work benefits people with certain job-related disabilities
Findings from a West Virginia University research team suggest a possible link between leaving the workforce prematurely because of disabilities from non-life-threatening, work-related conditions and the development of serious health problems, even death.
Campus Conversation to be held Wednesday
Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a Campus Conversation Wednesday (Feb. 7) discussing efforts being undertaken by the Office of Sponsored Programs to improve support for our researchers. Dr. Clay Marsh, chancellor and executive dean for Health Sciences, will participate in the conversation.
FSAP offers Support Squad Group
This new group will meet every other Thursday beginning at 5 p.m. Feb. 29 on Zoom. Sessions will focus on skill development and techniques to cope with stress, improve relationships and enhance emotional well-being.
WVU in the News: WVU Dental hosts ‘Give A Kid A Smile’ day
WDTV reports on the WVU School of Dentistry's annual Give Kids a Smile Day, providing free dental screenings to children ages one to 17 years old.