Announcements
Health careers program offers students immersive experience at WVU
Students participating in a West Virginia University Health Sciences postgraduate preparatory program recently had the opportunity to learn about health professions from world-class providers at WVU Medicine.
WVU Magazine feature: Miles of Smiles
Over the Kanawha River and through the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia’s winding roads are leading future dental professionals to small towns and healthcare deserts across the state. Read more from WVU Magazine.
WVU in the News: Celebrating Generation Next
Dr. Lisa Costello, Ashton Marra, Dr. J. Hunter Mehaffey, Christopher Ramezan and Dr. Melanie Ward are included on The State Journal’s “Generation Next: 40 Under 40” list.
WVU in the News: Running hot and cold: Pros offer tips on how to (medically) deal with the heat wave
Samantha Scarneo-Miller, assistant professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting from The Dominion Post about the heat wave across the region.
Gift to Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute advances Alzheimer’s research in memory of late WVU alum
The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is advancing groundbreaking Alzheimer’s disease research with a gift from the family of a dedicated WVU alumnus.
WVU in the News: How to stay safe and cool under east coast heat dome
Samantha Scarneo-Miller, assistant professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting from WV Public Broadcasting about the heat wave across the region.
WVU in the News: Former owner of business synonymous with city of Bridgeport, Randle Gum, nets major honor from WVU
Connect Bridgeport features Randle Gum, who was recently honored with the WVU School of Pharmacy Outstanding Alumni Community Service Award.
CED introduces WVU CED Ally Trainings; highly requested free virtual trainings about disabilities offered on rotating basis
The WVU CED is offering four new virtual trainings featuring basic information about disabilities. They are offered on a rotating basis. Social Work CEUs are available.
WVU athletic trainer offers tips for avoiding exertional heat stroke
When temperatures are climbing, a West Virginia University assistant professor of athletic training says taking precautions like limiting physical activity outdoors — including exercise and lawn work — to early mornings or evenings could be lifesaving.
WVU In The News: 'Every one of us is at risk': How to protect against the health risks that accompany extreme heat
As the hottest stretch of weather since July 2020 looks to hit the Pittsburgh region this week — Tuesday’s forecast is close to 100 degrees — experts warn that such extreme heat poses numerous health complications, especially for vulnerable groups.