Announcements
WVU researchers working to get people with hip pain moving
Although it’s well known that regular exercise can reduce musculoskeletal pain, some chronic pain sufferers avoid it hoping to minimize their symptoms. Robin Pollini, an associate professor in the WVU School of Medicine and WVU School of Public Health, is a co-mentor on a project aiming to help people with hip pain by developing a biopsychosocial intervention addressing the physical and psychological aspects of rehabilitation simultaneously.
WVU in the News: Better Off Podcast: Is working from home unhealthy?
Bethany Barone Gibbs, chair of the West Virginia University's School of Public Health Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, was featured as a guest on the Better Off Podcast from Harvard University's School of Public Health in an episode of the impact working from home has on our health.
WVU Day of Giving sets new records for dollars raised, gifts received
Supporters of West Virginia University donated a record $18.1 million Wednesday (March 22) during the University’s sixth Day of Giving. More than 8,200 gifts were made during the 24-hour online fundraising event held across the University system, also a new record. The $18.1 million figure tops 2022’s WVU Day of Giving record of $15.5 million raised from just over 5,600 gifts.
WVU community encouraged to embrace well-being
West Virginia University is committed to building a culture of well-being and purpose so that all Mountaineers can reach their highest potential and live their best lives. From basic essential needs and life skills to creating a focused journey along the Wheel of Well-being, tools and resources are now searchable in one, handy location.
WVU Critical Care and Trauma Institute plans expansion of Fresh Tissue Training Lab
Since it was established in 2018, the WVU Critical Care and Trauma Institute Fresh Tissue Training Program has provided opportunities for surgical residents and military medics to train for procedures and hone their skills. Due to its success and the high demand, the program is planning a $2.2 million renovation and expansion of its facilities with funding provided by WVU Medicine.
WVU in the News: Three years later
Dr. Clay Marsh and James Hoyer are reflecting on the third anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pandemic puppy turns therapy dog
When Tucker was just a puppy, his soon-to-be human was having a rough time. It was the middle of a global pandemic, and many people were turning to newly adopted pets for comfort.
Training Opportunity: Trans Safe Zone Training for Health Care Workers
Hosted by the West Virginia Nurses Association and the WVU LGBTQ+ Center, Trans Safe Zone Training for Health Care Workers will be held Tuesday, March 28 at 6 p.m.
Multi-organization partnership works to improve access to nurse-led care in rural Mingo County
Through a partnership between the WVU School of Nursing, the Pallottine Foundation of Huntington and local churches, access to nurse-led care is being established in rural Mingo County.
WVU in the News: WVU continues student-based outreach for Morgantown unsheltered population
The West Virginia University School of Medicine is calling for volunteers to help provide provisions and medical care to the unsheltered homeless in the Morgantown area. The program is called the Multidisciplinary UnSheltered Homeless Relief Outreach of Morgantown (MUSHROOM), and it aims to bring medical care providers, social workers, and other health professionals together to volunteer to serve the less fortunate in the community.