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Handheld ultrasound training will help aspiring doctors at WVSOM to expedite diagnosis, care
LEWISBURG, W.Va. – Since the 1990s, point-of-care ultrasound technology has become more widely used among physicians at the bedsides of patients. Now, the portable technology, often referred to as POCUS, is also common in medical education — with schools like the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) placing an emphasis on[Read More…]
Photos, Video and Text: West Virginia State of the State
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Legislature’s Office of Reference & Information provides photos for use by the media of functions such as the State of the State and the legislative session. Below a video of the State of the State, the text of Governor Justice’s message and a sampling[Read More…]
W.Va. lawmakers hear updates from EMS leadership during final interim session
WV Press Staff Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Legislature’s Joint Committee on Volunteer Fire Departments and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), on Sunday, heard presentations from both WV EMS Coalition Director Chris Hall and Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) Director Jody Ratliff. First to present was Hall, who[Read More…]
See the videos: WVPA 2024 Legislative Lookahead
By WVPA staff CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Press Association’s 2024 Legislative Lookahead, held at Charleston’s Culture Center on Jan. 5, was an opportunity for the media to get a preview of the upcoming session from lawmakers and other stakeholders. The 2024 West Virginia Legislature’s 2024 session starts Wednesday. The[Read More…]
State healthcare leaders discuss need for more providers, lack of healthcare access, and abortion ban legislation during WVPA Legislative Lookahead
By Autumn Shelton, West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Healthcare industry leaders joined together on Friday for the West Virginia Press Association’s annual Legislative Lookahead, where they discussed healthcare priorities that should be considered during the upcoming legislative session. James W. Nemitz, Ph.D., president of the West Virginia School[Read More…]
WV Press presenting Legislative Lookahead Friday, Jan. 5
The West Virginia Press Association will host the 2024 Legislative Lookahead at the Culture Center at the Capitol Complex. Print, broadcast and online media will get a preview of the legislative session and updates on economic development and healthcare. The 2024 60-day regular session of the West Virginia Legislature runs[Read More…]
West Virginia: The state most vulnerable to flood disasters?
WVSOM involved in National Science Foundation grant for West Virginia flood preparedness WV Press Association LEWISBURG, W.Va. — As West Virginians prepare for 2024, an official at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine’s Center for Rural and Community Health (CRCH) wants to be sure citizens and state officials are aware[Read More…]
Pallottine Foundation of Huntington CEO Janell Ray announces retirement; Laura Boone named next CEO
WV Press Association HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – The Pallottine Foundation of Huntington announced today that Janell Ray, its founding Chief Executive Officer, will retire effective Dec. 31, 2023. The Foundation’s Board of Trustees has selected Laura Boone, Senior Program Officer, to serve as the next CEO starting in January. Ray will continue[Read More…]
WVSOM student celebrating work and rewards during visit with family this holiday season
WV Press Association LEWISBURG, W.Va. — With the completion of final exams in mid-December, students at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) are ready for the holiday break, most returning home for the holidays. For Alexandra Crawford, a WVSOM Class of 2026 student, it means returning home to Virginia[Read More…]
