Health and Medicine
West Virginia winter cold weather tips: WVU experts share ways to stay active
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — As late winter settles in across West Virginia, mountaineers are entering the coldest stretch of the year—a time when snow, limited daylight, and frigid temperatures can take a toll on mental and physical health. However, experts at West Virginia...
A Day for Stillness: Spending International Relaxation Day in West Virginia
MERCER HEALING SPRINGS, W.Va. — International Relaxation Day is observed August 15 across the...
W.Va. announces $4.25 million in funding for sewer and water projects
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council announced $4.25...
“Take Me Home” helps fund transition for long-term care residents
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Long-term-care patients in West Virginia who wish to return home are getting...
Professor investigates variation in drinking water quality in W.Va.
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A West Virginia University engineer is working to solve the unknowns about microorganisms growing inside pipes that bring drinking water to homes and businesses in West Virginia. Supported by an award of $505,784 from the National Science...
Wheeling, W.Va., ranked among best places for family living
WHEELING, W.Va. — On the Ohio River west of Pittsburgh, the City of Wheeling, West Virginia, has been ranked among the 50 best places for families to live by Fortune magazine. According to the article, Wheeling residents “take pleasure in modern comforts such as...
WVU Cancer Institute receives $50 million state investment
PRINCETON, W.Va. — West Virginia University’s efforts to reimagine and expand cancer care received a $50 million boost as Gov. Jim Justice joined WVU academic and Health System leaders to announce state surplus funding that will support investment to attain National...
Toyota W.Va. donates to mobility programs in Kanawha Valley
BUFFALO, W.Va. — Toyota West Virginia is putting the automaker’s mission in motion as officials announce three donations to improve mobility in the western Mountain State. The donations are the result of a research study of transportation challenges in the region....