Announcements
Nov. 12, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Nov. 12, 2020.
Waldo’s Chicken at Evansdale Crossing temporarily closed due to COVID-19 exposure
The Waldo’s Chicken location at Evansdale Crossing temporarily closed Thursday (Nov. 12) after West Virginia University was notified of a COVID-19 exposure at the storefront.
WVU innovation allows patient simulation program to continue through COVID-19
After COVID-19 stopped in-person simulated training for West Virginia University medical students, leaders of the Interprofessional Education program and the Simulation Training for Education and Patient Safety Center got creative, using a remote-controlled robot to interact with patients in their homes.
Nov. 11, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Nov. 11, 2020.
WVU lead pulmonologist notes importance of lung cancer education and screenings in West Virginia during National Lung Cancer Awareness month
Current and former smokers can get free virtual lung cancer screenings this month (November) as the West Virginia University Cancer Institute Lung Cancer and Screening Program continues to improve lung cancer screening access and eligibility for West Virginians.
Nov. 10, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Nov. 10, 2020.
Continuing medical education for obesity care now available online for primary care providers
Created by Drs. Laura Davisson, Joanna Bailey and Treah Haggerty, “Obesity Medical Education for Primary Care” is a three-part series of web courses that cover the basics of obesity care, such as how to talk to patients about their weight and how to encourage lifestyle changes.
How do you manage an epidemic on the ground? Episode 8 of WVU Coronavirus podcast out now
How do you handle an epidemic unfolding on-the-ground, and how do you handle cultural and language barriers? How do you know when an epidemic starts to wind down? In the eighth episode of "WVU and the Coronavirus," we talk to Dr. Diane Gross. She’s an adjunct professor of Epidemiology and Public Health Practice at West Virginia University’s School of Public Health.
Virtual mindfulness holiday workshops begin Nov. 30
Equip yourself this holiday season with a toolbox of mindful techniques designed to help transition more gracefully into the winter months. Led by clinical therapist Laurel Faulkenberry and yoga/stress management specialist Nicole Gauthier-Schatz, this three-part workshop series will teach participants a balanced mindfulness routine consisting of meditation, yoga, breathing, and mindful affirmations.
Nov. 9, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Nov. 9, 2020.