The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is urging residents to take preventive measures against Lyme disease as ticks are more active this time of year. West Virginia has been designated as a high-incidence Lyme disease state since 2017. “Lyme …
The Department of Health Facilities (DHF) continued a statewide tour of its facilities for lawmakers in May with a stop at Jackie Withrow Hospital in Beckley on Tuesday. The visit came following the hospital’s recent four-star designation by the Centers …
The Department of Health Facilities (DHF) is actively working with local utility providers to address a gas leak in an outside line leading to Hopemont Hospital in Terra Alta. On Sunday, Mountaineer Gas was called to investigate and located a leak in a …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Social Services (BSS) today announced the agency is aware of the death of a three-month-old child on May 24, 2024, in a Cabell County hospital. Law enforcement is involved in this case as …
The West Virginia WIC Program monthly cash value benefits for the purchase of fresh produce will now be accepted at authorized farm stands and farmers markets in addition to WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) benefits beginning on June 1, 2024. …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) Cabinet Secretary, Cynthia Persily, Ph.D., released the following statement on the ongoing investigation into the death of a teenager in Boone County: “Unfortunately, DoHS never received an abuse or …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) Cabinet Secretary, Cynthia Persily, Ph.D., today released the following statement regarding the conclusion of the special session: “Today’s restoration of more than $183 million in funds will allow DoHS …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH), in collaboration with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), observes National Prevention Week on May 12-18, 2024. National …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), Division of Early Care and Education will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Child Care and Development Block Grant State Plan for Federal Fiscal Years (FFY) …
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Health is proud to support Mountaineer Food Bank’s First Annual Health and Hunger Summit at the Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, WV, on May 30 and 31, 2024.The two-day event will focus on increasing access …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) honors Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Week by spreading awareness about the importance of children’s mental health and the need for services that support …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) unites with agencies across the state and country during Mental Health Awareness Month to emphasize the vital role mental health plays in overall health and well- …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) joins partners across the state and nationwide in commemorating National Foster Care Month by honoring the individuals and organizations dedicated to supporting children and youth in foster care. …
The West Virginia Department of Health Facilities (DHF) is pleased to announce John Manchin Sr. Health Care Center in Fairmont, W.Va. was recently awarded a four-star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The ratings are based on …
The West Virginia Department of Health Facilities (DHF) is pleased to announce Jackie Withrow Hospital in Beckley, W.Va. has been awarded a four-star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The ratings are based on points granted …
The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is closely monitoring for transmission of measles following the state's first documented case since 2009. After confirming the first positive case on Monday, state health leaders have learned of 152 …
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) today released updated data following the completion of the State’s Medicaid unwinding period. “Completing the Medicaid unwinding process represents a significant …
The West Virginia Department of Health has confirmed the first case of measles since 2009 in a Monongalia County resident. The person was undervaccinated and had recent international travel. State health officials are currently working closely with the …
The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is highlighting National Infant Immunization Week, April 22-29, 2024, to encourage parents to make sure their children are up-to-date. All of this week, community, state, and federal partners will be highlighting …
In light of the recent tragic death of a minor, West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) Cabinet Secretary, Cynthia Persily, Ph.D., released the following statement: “We are deeply saddened by this tragic situation, and our thoughts are with those …
