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WVU in the News: Tick-borne illnesses growing, bringing new disease threats, say WVU experts
Two West Virginia University experts warn that ticks are more prevalent than ever, and as encounters with humans increase, so do risks for contracting diseases like Lyme and alpha-gal syndrome.
WVU in the News: End of daylight savings time impacts sleep
“We should get rid of (daylight saving time),” said Dr. Randy Nelson, chair of the Department of Neuroscience at West Virginia University (WVU) and one of the world’s foremost authorities on circadian biology.
WVU in the News: Don’t Ignore the Winter Blues, It Could Be Seasonal Depression
As daylight fades, many experience fatigue or low mood—but for millions, these symptoms signal seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a serious form of depression. Reduced sunlight disrupts serotonin, melatonin, and the body’s circadian rhythm, leading to feelings of hopelessness, loss of interest, and sleep or appetite changes.
WVU in the News: Healthcare workers under 65 must be vaccinated against Covid
The discussion around health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s changes to Covid vaccine recommendations have focused on two things: the exclusion of pregnant women and infants, and the restrictions on anyone under 65 without an underlying condition getting the vaccine.
WVU in the News: WVU Medicine Children’s gets $28 million gift and new name
WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital has received a $28 million gift from Thomas Golisano, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader that will change the name of the institution.
WVU dental student authors children’s book, portion of proceeds to benefit DDS Class of 2028
Zachary Friend, a second-year Doctor of Dental Surgery student in the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, is the author of a new children’s book, “Emily’s Magical Christmas Adventure.”
20 years later, MUSHROOM continues to give back to the community
Multidisciplinary UnSheltered Homeless Relief Outreach of Morgantown (MUSHROOM) is a student-led organization at West Virginia University that brings together students who are passionate about serving their community. While the organization is rooted in health sciences, its mission extends beyond the textbooks and clinical training. Open to all WVU students, MUSHROOM offers a way to step outside the classroom and into the community, gaining real world experience while giving back to the community they call home.
From Mountaineer Playbook to Emmy winner: WVU School of Nursing’s new multimedia specialist shares his story
What started as a love for storytelling in a small West Virginia town has led to an Emmy Award and a full-time role at West Virginia University. Recent WVU graduate Samuel Nichols has stepped into his new position as a multimedia specialist for the WVU School of Nursing, bringing with him a passion for creating meaningful media and telling impactful stories.
Keyser Campus hosts job fair for senior nursing students
The WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus recently hosted a job fair for senior nursing students. The event, held Oct. 8 at the Davis Conference Center, welcomed guest speaker Katie Rexrode, a 2023 graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
Beckley nursing students support health fair
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus juniors in NSG 311 Medical-Surgical Nursing recently helped host a Community Health and Resource Fair at Wellspring of Greenbrier. Students provided blood pressure screenings, blood glucose checks, mental health education, and basic “Stop the Bleed” training for community members.