Announcements
Virtual Health Safe Zone Training set for Nov. 9
A virtual Health Safe Zone Training will be offered Monday, Nov. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. for professionals, students, faculty, and staff who are interested in gender-inclusive practices in healthcare.
The need for speed – and science: Virgin Hyperloop to benefit from WVU neuroscientists’ expertise on brain, body impacts
Before the first Virgin Hyperloop ride takes off, the brains behind pioneering neuroscience research at West Virginia University will help ensure the health and well-being of its passengers and operators.
Childhood trauma especially common among rural women with substance use disorders
Rural women with substance use disorders may have experienced significantly more childhood trauma than their male counterparts, according to new research from the West Virginia University School of Medicine.
Oct. 28, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Oct. 28, 2020.
Oct. 27, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Oct. 27, 2020.
Tree constant reminder of Hippocratic Oath
(Charleston, W. Va.) – A tree and a bench that stand in front of the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center in Charleston, West Virginia connect physicians at West Virginia University’s School of Medicine Charleston Campus and Charleston Area Medical Center with the origins of medicine and the memory of two beloved and respected physicians.
HSC students, faculty invited to attend Transitioning 101: A Panel Discussion on Gender Confirmation
The WVU School of Medicine's Surgical Interest Group and Student Healthcare Alliance for Promoting Equality invite the Health Sciences community to attend Transitioning 101: A Panel Discussion on Gender Confirmation.
WVU to shift COVID-19 testing, reporting schedule during holidays
West Virginia University is providing details on its upcoming COVID-19 testing schedule as the end of the fall semester and the holidays approach.
WVU in the News: Health insurers are starting to roll back coverage for telehealth – even though demand is way up due to COVID-19
In less than a year, telehealth has gone from a niche rarity to a common practice. Its ability to ensure physical distance, preserve personal protective equipment and prevent the spread of infection among health care workers and patients has been invaluable during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Fauci to headline WVU’s WVCTSI online series on COVID-19
“In Focus” virtual event highlighting COVID-19 research hosted by West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute at West Virginia University.