Announcements
October session of survivors club to focus on upcoming Medicare coverage changes
The October session of The Survivors Club will meet on 10/9/19 from 6-7:30 PM in Conference room 3A at the Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center. Invited guest speakers include David Summers and Jessica Ice. Mr. David Summers is the regional representative for the Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP). SHIP is a non-profit federal program that assists senior citizens, disabled individuals, and caregivers who have questions or problems relating to Medicaid, Medicare and related coverage. SHIP counselors are trained in the regulations and laws pertaining to medical coverage for elderly and disabled individuals. SHIP counselors are not affiliated with any insurance company or provider. They are able to provide non-biased information and assistance to help people select medical coverage that meets their needs. There is no charge for any of their services. Mr. Summers will also educate our group on Medicare open enrollment season (October 15, 2019 – December 7, 2019). During the annual enrollment season, Medicare recipients can make changes to various aspects of their coverage including switching from traditional Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan or changing their Medicare Part D plan.
Spooktacular specials at Health Sciences Massullo’s Cleaners and Tailors
Massulo’s Cleaners and Tailors at WVU Health Sciences will offer spooktacular specials Oct. 1 – 31 on dry cleaning services. All dry cleaning, including shirt laundry, will be 15% off. All household items such as comforters, drapes, duvet covers and table cloths, will be 20% off.
WVU Medicine Otolaryngology represents at American Academy of Otolaryngology Conference
The Department of Otolaryngology faculty and residents attended this years’ academy conference in New Orleans.
Health Sciences to sponsor WVU Global Health Week
The Global Health Program at WVU Health Sciences will sponsor WVU Global Health Week Oct. 14-18 at noon in room 1905 Health Sciences North. Lunch is provided to those who RSVP by Oct. 7.
WVU receives CDC award to curb vaping and opioid abuse, improve health outcomes in West Virginia
West Virginia University’s efforts to address chronic disease and substance abuse prevention, growing concerns related to vaping and youth mental health issues will be bolstered by an award from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to fund the West Virginia Prevention Research Center in the School of Public Health.
Dental school admissions dean nationally recognized for faculty contributions
The National Dental Association Foundation (NDAF) has not only taken notice of Dr. Shelia Price's success, it recognized her achievements over the summer.
Scholarships pave way for future dentists
Congratulations to the fall 2019 West Virginia University School of Dentistry scholarship recipients.
WVU Health Sciences Center Faculty Development Program Noon Hour Sessions
WVU Health Sciences Center Faculty Development Program will host a series of sessions at noon on Sept. 26.
Planned power outage for Health Sciences will occur on Sunday, Sept. 22
To accommodate upgrades and repairs to electrical facilities, there will be a planned power outage at Health Sciences on Sunday, Sept. 22, from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
WVU in the News: Healthy Grandfamilies training coming to Preston County
Are you a grandparent suddenly raising a grandchild?