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BECKLEY, WV - Eating healthy might not be an issue for some, but for many people living in small communities, it can be a struggle.

CHARLESTON, WV - The Pro Road National Championships are rolling on in Charleston this week, and Wednesday saw some thrilling finishes as the cyclists gave it their all in hopes of a trip to the Olympics.

CLARKSBURG, WV - The Nurse Externship Program at WVU Medicine United Hospital Center (UHC) is a pathway to nursing success for senior nursing students preparing to enter the field of healthcare within the next year.

WESTON, WV - Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is gearing up to host the Annual Weston 5k Wellness Run and Walk, in collaboration with the City of Weston, Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, and Saint Patrick Catholic Church.

MORGANTOWN, WV - As emerging unforeseen viruses threaten public health, various teams and systems throughout hospitals in West Virginia ensure that staff and health departments are up-to-date and prepared when outbreaks do occur.

CHARLESTON, WV - Lawmakers gaveled in for the first special session of 2024, with senators quickly passing eight out of 15 bills Sunday.

CLARKSBURG, WV - The results of a comparative report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding opioid overdose deaths from 2022 to 2023 have been released, and they were somewhat encouraging on the national level.

CHARLESTON, WV - As Hospital Week comes to an end, Becker's connected with hospital and health system CEOs to get their take on some of the biggest issues they would like to see addressed in the healthcare industry.

WASHINGTON D.C. - Becker's asked C-suite executives from hospitals and health systems across the U.S. to share the most important lesson they've learned throughout their career.

ELKINS, WV - Founded in 1903 as a gift from the Henry Gassaway Davis family, Davis Medical Center (DMC) has stood as a beacon of health and healing for over a century, steadfast in its commitment to serving the medical needs of the community.

BRIDGEPORT, WV - Time is of the essence when someone is having a stroke.

ALBANY, NY - A national organization that works to promote breastfeeding to mothers of newborns recently named WVU Medicine United Hospital Center a Baby-Friendly hospital.

PARKERSBURG, WV - WVU Medicine Camden Clark hosted its annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Award Ceremony on May 14 to honor employees for their service and dedication to the Mid-Ohio Valley and surrounding communities.

MORGANTOWN, WV - Mon Health Medical Center achieved another first this month – becoming the first in the state to offer a novel, effective procedure for men with enlarged prostates.

HUNTINGTON, WV - First responders in Cabell County got a big “Thank you!” by way of a very special lunch.

MADISON, WV - Boone Memorial Health (BMH) is pleased to announce Ian Conner Lanham as the recipient of the 2024 Robert L. Brown Employee of the Year Award.

MORGANTOWN, WV - National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is May 19-25 and Mon Health System is honoring the emergency medical professionals across the state that play an integral role in enhancing the health of the community, one person at a time.

BRIDGEPORT, WV - Kids need physical activity to grow up strong and healthy.

MORGANTOWN, WV - It’s that time of year again — the Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend is merely one week away.

MORGANTOWN, WV - John Ellis has spent much of his adult life working in the power industry, which has involved lots of ladder climbing, spending time in ash or coal dust filled spaces, and plenty of hard work.

CHARLESTON, WV - The new director of the West Virginia First Foundation laid out a broad vision to move forward with the possibilities and responsibilities of the foundation that was established to distribute millions of dollars in opioid litigation money.

MORGANTOWN, WV - While significant progress is being made in the prevention and treatment of cancer, socioeconomic and racial/ethnic barriers mean not everyone has adequate access to care.

MORGANTOWN, WV - The West Virginia University School of Nursing is boosting nursing education opportunities with a $2.6 million grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation to address workforce challenges within the Mountain State and across the nation.

ELKINS, WV - Current West Virginia State Delegate William “Ty” Nestor, R-66th District, has procured Local Economic Development Funding for the benefit of tactical medical professionals who work alongside law enforcement engaging in special operations.

CHARLESTON, WV - People will gain more insight into how to spot a stroke during a two-month-long campaign.

CHARLESTON, WV - HospiceCare has been named a 2024 Hospice CAHPS Honors Award recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of revenue cycle management services, CAHPS and bereavement surveys and advanced analytics for hospice organizations.

MORGANTOWN, WV - The WVU Health System announced today (May 17) that John Forester has been named interim president of WVU Medicine Summersville Regional Medical Center and Braxton County Memorial Hospital effective July 1.

ELKINS, WV - Recognizing mental health disorders in seniors is crucial for ensuring timely intervention and appropriate treatment.

ELKINS, WV - Nestled in the heart of Randolph County lies a healthcare beacon that stands as an epitome of unwavering commitment, compassion, and quality medical services–Davis Medical Center.

MORGANTOWN, WV - A 16-year-old from Frostburg, Maryland, is the first patient at WVU Medicine Children’s to successfully undergo treatment for a heart defect called tetralogy of Fallot with the Harmony™ Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve, a catheter-deployable bioprosthetic valve.