West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources Press Releases

• Published on November 30, 2023 - 19:59 GMT

  DHHR Selects the West Virginia Pregnancy Center Coalition to Manage the West Virginia Mothers and Babies Support Program

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health’s Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health has awarded a grant through a selection process to the West Virginia Pregnancy Center Coalition to manage the West …

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• Published on November 28, 2023 - 16:38 GMT

  Welch Community Hospital Recognized as a Top Hospital for Nurse Communication

  ​Welch Community Hospital is one of 11 West Virginia hospitals recognized by Becker's Hospital Review for excellent nurse communication. The list was compiled in each state using Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) …

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• Published on November 20, 2023 - 14:39 GMT

  DHHR Announces Supplemental Propane Payment for 2023-24 Winter Season

  CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) today announced a supplemental payment to assist eligible residents with propane heating expenses for the 2023-24 winter season.  Residents who used propane for heating …

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• Published on November 16, 2023 - 14:13 GMT

  DHHR Partners with Blenko Glass Company to Provide Job Training for SNAP Participants

  Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment & Training (E&T), a job placement and training program within the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ (DHHR) Bureau for Family Assistance, is partnering with Blenko …

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• Published on November 15, 2023 - 21:04 GMT

  DHHR Shares Information on FDA Investigation of Applesauce Pouches with Elevated Lead Levels

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health informs residents of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigation of recalled WanaBana, Schnucks, and Weis-brand apple cinnamon pouches due to reports …

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• Published on November 15, 2023 - 19:30 GMT

  Statement Regarding Contract Staff Issues at William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) is dedicated to providing quality services at its health care facilities and will not tolerate patient abuse, neglect, or exploitation. To address recent issues with contract staff violating …

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• Published on November 14, 2023 - 16:03 GMT

  DHHR Reminds Residents Impacted by West Side Gas Outage to Contact West Virginia 211

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• Published on November 9, 2023 - 21:04 GMT

  William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital Honors Veterans

  ​In recognition of Veterans Day, William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital is joining the nation in celebrating and honoring the patriots who have served and sacrificed for the United States of America. On November 10, 2023, Sharpe Hospital will recognize patients …

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• Published on November 8, 2023 - 18:01 GMT

  Statement from Interim DHHR Cabinet Secretary Regarding Sharpe Hospital Employee

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) is firmly dedicated to safeguarding and advancing patient safety within its healthcare facilities, including the William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital. Upon being informed of the arrest of …

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• Published on November 6, 2023 - 16:01 GMT

  DHHR Celebrates National Adoption Month

  ​The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Social Services joins partners across the country to highlight National Adoption Month during November.  Gov. Jim Justice has also proclaimed November as Adoption Awareness …

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• Published on October 12, 2023 - 15:27 GMT

  DHHR to Host Interviewing Event for Positions in Kanawha County

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) will host an in-person interviewing event for positions within the Bureau for Family Assistance and Bureau for Social Services in Kanawha County on Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. …

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• Published on August 2, 2023 - 15:15 GMT

  COVID-19 Weekly Update 8-2-2023

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of August 2, 2023, there has been one death reported since last week’s dashboard update, with a total of 8,163 deaths attributed to COVID-19. DHHR has confirmed the death of a 90- …

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• Published on July 31, 2023 - 14:34 GMT

  DHHR Reminds Parents of West Virginia Immunization Requirements for Back-to-School

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reminds parents of West Virginia students of the importance of remaining up to date with vaccinations as the back-to-school season approaches. Children who are current with their …

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• Published on July 26, 2023 - 15:04 GMT

  Virtual Town Hall Meetings to be Held on the West Virginia 2024 Substance Use Response Plan

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Office of Drug Control Policy and the Governor’s Council on Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment are hosting four virtual town hall meetings to solicit feedback on development of the WV …

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• Published on July 26, 2023 - 15:04 GMT

  COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-26-2023

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of July 26, 2023, there have been no deaths reported since last week’s dashboard update, with a total of 8,162 deaths attributed to COVID-19.  West Virginians ages 6 months and …

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• Published on July 24, 2023 - 14:18 GMT

  DHHR, Mission West Virginia Partner on West Virginia Kids Thrive Newsletter

  ​ The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) and Mission West Virginia today announced the publication of a new quarterly electronic newsletter for West Virginia’s foster parents, adoptive parents, and kinship caregivers, West …

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• Published on July 19, 2023 - 21:23 GMT

  DHHR to Host Virtual Interviewing Event for Accountants in Kanawha County

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health will host a virtual interviewing event for accounting positions in Kanawha County on July 27, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.The event will interview for the positions …

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• Published on July 19, 2023 - 15:20 GMT

  COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-19-2023

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of July 19, 2023, there have been no deaths reported since last week’s dashboard update, with a total of 8,163 deaths attributed to COVID-19.  West Virginians ages 6 months and …

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• Published on July 12, 2023 - 14:23 GMT

  COVID-19 Weekly Update 7-12-2023

  The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of July 12, 2023, there have been seven deaths reported since last week’s dashboard update, with a total of 8,163 deaths attributed to COVID-19.  DHHR has confirmed the deaths of …

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• Published on July 11, 2023 - 18:44 GMT

  WV WIC Enrollment Opportunities at Fairs and Festivals

  ​​ Staff from the West Virginia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, better known as West Virginia WIC, will extend outreach and enrollment statewide through the summer at West Virginia fairs and festivals. As part of an …

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