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WVU in the News: Up to a third of opioid overdose deaths might be suicides, Johns Hopkins researcher concludes
A computer program using a kind of artificial intelligence finds that many overdoses are likely suicides — possibly a third of them, according to a study by a Johns Hopkins School of Medicine researcher who partnered with a Utah high school student.
When physical activity extends beyond PE class
West Virginia University researchers Nancy O’Hara Tompkins and Lesley Cottrell have launched a project to help increase physical activity in West Virginia classrooms.
WVU in the News: Healthy Grandfamilies Program coming to Preston County
Are you a grandparent suddenly raising a grandchild? Need help finding resources and services?
Deadline extended for Colloquium for Underrepresented Aspiring Doctoral Candidates
The deadline to apply for the March 22-24 Colloquium for Underrepresented Aspiring Doctoral Candidates has been extended to Feb. 15.
WVU in the News: Obstacles stand in the way of telemedicine in West Virginia
Technology has certainly exploded in the 21st century, and nowhere is it more noticeable than health care, notably telemedicine. But as much promise as telemedicine holds, there are obstacles in the way for it to do the most good.
Graduate Spotlight: Patient navigator connects passion to purpose
Of all the lessons Jamie Long learned throughout her college career, one rises to the top: "People need help."
WVU in the News: Financial incentives improve Hepatitis B vaccination among injection drug users
A recent study, published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases, found that using financial incentives and accelerated vaccine schedules are moderately effective at improving vaccination rates.
WVU School of Medicine professor appointed to national medical council
Dr. Laura F. Gibson, senior associate vice president for research and graduate education, has been appointed to the National Advisory General Medical Sciences (NAGMS) Council.
WVU in the News: 'Dark Waters': Behind-the-Scenes With Attorney Who Took on DuPont
The movie "Dark Waters" dramatizes the 20-year battle a Cincinnati attorney and West Virginia citizens fought against DuPont's environmental contamination.
Public Health student to visit research sites in rural India with support from travel award
Each year, the West Virginia University Health Sciences Global Engagement Office offers students a unique opportunity to travel across the globe to experience health around the world with the help of the Nancy Sanders Memorial Student Study Abroad Travel Award. Public Health undergraduate student Jeevan Murthy was among the recipients this year.