Announcements
Sharps Compliance sponsoring scholarship essay contest
The vendor for WVU’s medication disposal kiosk, Sharps Compliance, is sponsoring a scholarship essay contest. Any student enrolled in a college or university studying a healthcare-related field may submit an essay.
May 27, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for May 27, 2021.
WVU in the News: Research confirms major racial disparities in West Virginia COVID testing
Since the pandemic began more than a year ago, Black community leaders have raised concerns about disparities in COVID-19 testing rates among Black and brown West Virginians. They’ve said testing has been inaccessible, with clinics out of reach or taking place during the work day when people can’t get time off. And even when testing is available, it can be hard to motivate people to show up.
Mental Health First Aid now available
Mental Health First Aid teaches participants to apply skills that include assessing for suicide or harm, listening non-judgmentally, giving reassurance and information, and encouraging professional help and self-help strategies. The information will be presented by WVU’s certified instructors in a variety of formats, including virtual, blended and in-person as pandemic protocols allow. Contact the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness for additional information.
Health Sciences students invited to participate in COVID-19 research project
Health Sciences students are being invited to participate in a research project to assess the impact of COVID-19 on health and wellness. This project is being conducted by Angela Goodhart, PharmD, and co-investigators at the WVU Health Science Center.
May 26, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for May 26, 2021.
May 25, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for May 25, 2021.
Broadening perspective amid the pandemic
Members of the Class of 2021 had their perspectives broadened and skillsets expanded as they worked alongside Monongalia County Health Department team members to support pandemic relief efforts throughout their final semester.
As CBD oil sales hit the gas, WVU researcher studies its effects on driving performance
The widespread use of CBD oil is so new that scientists don’t yet understand all of the ways it affects drivers. Toni Marie Rudisill—a researcher with the West Virginia University School of Public Health—is recruiting participants for a new study into whether and how CBD oil impairs driving ability.
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