https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/50 most recent storiesen-US5c475a76-4854-4695-a9e6-22de1d163780https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-eastern-campus-welcomes-12-residents-across-2-residency-programsWith the summer in full swing and the fall semester right around the corner, the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus excitedly welcomed 12 new residents to campus across the two residency programs in July.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-09T12:37:10-04:004b412301-83c4-47ae-90e7-9cf6d938bcedhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/07/09/wvu-alumni-association-welcomes-new-board-membersSix West Virginia University alumni are the newest members of the WVU Alumni Association Board of Directors following elections during the Association's annual business meeting. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-09T10:20:03-04:006fd255d0-3c41-4ccc-9ed9-68cc7144418dhttps://www.wdtv.com/2026/07/06/how-parkersburg-warehouse-fire-could-impact-surrounding-communities/The City of Parkersburg remains under a state of emergency after a warehouse complex covering more than 300,000 square feet caught fire Sunday, sending toxic chemicals and particles into the atmosphere and raising health concerns for surrounding communities, including Ritchie County. WVU Professor of Physiology, Pharmacology and Toxicology Dr. Tim Nurkiewicz said toxic chemicals and particles released by the fire can lead to black acid rain. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-07T10:11:31-04:008cbeddcd-c3fa-4ea4-9f74-75a7015ef0edhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/wvu-exercise-physiology-prepares-alum-for-future-in-medicineGracen Purkey, a WVU exercise physiology alum, used her undergraduate years on the Morgantown Campus to combine classroom learning, research, and clinical experience in preparation for a future in medicine. (WVU Photo/Davidson Chan) Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-07T09:58:36-04:00d1ac85e8-5162-4ae1-9c53-0ba322847b51https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-health-professions-faculty-members-assume-new-leadership-rolesThe West Virginia University School of Medicine Health Professions has announced three faculty leadership appointments that will help guide the school's academic and research priorities, while supporting continued excellence in student education. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-07T09:25:07-04:00bbc7a6e4-57b9-43d0-9e1f-f9e85ee76019https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-why-west-virginia-s-humidity-can-be-more-dangerous-thantemperatureAccording to Brian Leary, assistant professor and director of tactical performance physiology in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Division of Exercise Physiology, humidity can dramatically increase the body's heat stress by preventing sweat from evaporating efficiently. If you are experiencing heat exhaustion, move to a cool location- ideally with air conditioning, drink small amounts of water or sports drinks and rest. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-06T10:46:31-04:00739d25cd-d20f-45a3-a6d4-7badefa5c750https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-adds-261-new-residents-and-fellows-across-more-than-100-training-programssomeducateThe West Virginia University School of Medicine will welcome 261 new resident and fellow physicians, dentists, clinical psychologists and researchers to its Graduate Medical Education programs July 1.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-02T08:46:14-04:00be70171d-fe59-46f7-b5b1-60498200ff64https://www.thedaonline.com/news/wvu-expert-emphasizes-the-importance-of-skin-care-in-summer-heat/article_9acd96f5-3ef0-42f4-be38-172fee67163f.htmlWith temperatures rising and people spending more time out in the sun, West Virginia University expert Dr. Vlad Codera, director of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology in the Department of Dermatology, is encouraging people to take action to prevent sun damage to their skin.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-29T11:27:05-04:00e3aed177-a5d0-4ff5-bfe7-e26dbdb62882https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/wvu-medical-students-launch-podcast-on-rural-physician-careers/article_66a9d6f7-35ff-4ebf-9a77-985cb17c763b.htmlWest Virginia University School of Medicine students have launched a podcast focused on the careers and experiences of physicians working in rural communities. The podcast, Mountaineer Medical Hour, features interviews with West Virginia physicians about rural health care, career paths and medical training and was started by medical student Veronica Gibbons after she arrived in West Virginia from Pittsburgh and noticed diferences between urban and rural health care. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-29T10:54:13-04:001868c4c2-ff19-4d74-a5b5-a28928daef9fhttps://www.post-gazette.com/news/health/2026/06/25/hhs-nutrition-pledge/stories/202606280032Prioritizing diet and exercise over prescription medication has been key to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Make America Healthy Again movement. As part of that vision, the Health and Human Services Department announced this month it was giving more medical schools an opportunity to opt into a new nutrition education pledge — a vow to incorporate at least 40 hours of nutrition education for incoming medical students as part of their training. Six medical schools in Pennsylvania and West Virginia have opted into this pledge since March, with most saying they already have nutrition education and preventive medicine baked into their curriculum. On June 8, 19 more schools opted into the pledge, which included West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisburg.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-29T10:44:05-04:006ad53a9d-0595-4d29-8b25-90fb6d4b47e4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-wvu-announces-research-partnership-with-johns-hopkins-universityResearchers from both institutions will work together on difficult challenges in health, science and society.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-25T13:01:36-04:00145fa7f3-f26e-4b3a-ab33-25d8cddd7486https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/wv-first-foundation-approves-4-million-rockefeller-neuroscience-institute-funding-request/article_aef3ad2b-ae32-42ac-acf4-8d50a7e69738.htmlThe West Virginia First Foundation Board of Directors on Thursday approved moving forward with a $4 million direct funding request from the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at West Virginia University, backing a project aimed at expanding access to innovative addiction treatment services across the state.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-22T13:15:41-04:00dc3ee7da-b7f3-42bd-a37f-eb50b8063ab2https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/wvu-school-of-nursing-service-efforts-reach-thousands-across-west-virginia/article_978a39ea-6411-49c1-9b69-68704e4f0036.amp.htmlFrom rural churches to community clinics and local outreach programs, students and faculty from the WVU School of Nursing continued to expand access to care across West Virginia last year, reaching tens of thousands of residents through service and education.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-23T12:38:39-04:000d77be6c-28d4-4009-8066-383ce2ac9ec3https://www.neurologylive.com/view/neurovoices-sunil-sharma-implementing-new-obstructive-sleep-apnea-guidelines-hospitalObstructive sleep apnea and other forms of sleep-disordered breathing are highly prevalent yet frequently underrecognized among hospitalized patients, particularly those with cardiovascular and high‑risk comorbidities. Undiagnosed sleep apnea in this setting has been associated with increased hospital readmissions, higher mortality, greater emergency department utilization, and prolonged length of stay. As awareness grows that sleep is a key driver of cardiovascular risk, there is increasing emphasis on identifying and managing sleep-disordered breathing during hospitalization rather than relying exclusively on outpatient detection.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-23T08:40:34-04:00c87a3533-65fe-45c0-90e9-4de6ffbb20c5https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260616-how-pregnancy-can-trigger-an-eating-disorderWhen Elizabeth Claydon fell pregnant at 27-years-old, her body transformed.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-29T09:44:03-04:00439da13b-249d-46a4-be5d-845b12acb761https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/06/19/going-strong-wvu-ends-fiscal-year-on-solid-financial-footing-bolstered-by-exemplary-academics-and-athleticssomengageWith a focus on investments in the future of West Virginia University, the Board of Governors approved a $1.3 billion operating budget for the coming fiscal year during a Friday meeting (June 19) that opened with the announcement of a first-of-its-kind research partnership with Johns Hopkins University and a celebration of the historic College World Series run for the WVU baseball team.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-25T12:20:37-04:00eff9ed71-af2e-4f12-ba21-dae434bb0bf6https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/06/19/johns-hopkins-and-wvu-launch-research-partnership-to-advance-joint-solutions-for-shared-challengessomempowerTapping into the power of collaboration, Johns Hopkins University and West Virginia University are launching a new partnership to bring together researchers from both institutions to address complex challenges in health, science and society while positioning faculty teams to compete for future external funding.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-25T12:20:52-04:0009424c2e-bbe3-4dc2-8482-b0f13d9e2ac4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-md-accelerated-program-graduates-accepted-for-competitive-fellowshipsAlthough medical school requires strong commitment, at West Virginia University School of Medicine, it doesn't have to take as much time or money as traditionally expected. The Mountaineer Accelerated Track to Enter Residency (MATTER) Class of 2023 proved that point by being the first to earn their MDs in just three years and completing their residency within the WVU Health System. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-22T10:34:11-04:00a471bc13-4c36-4486-8415-97651f5d7f90https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=three-students-selected-for-wvu-mountaineer-accelerated-pathway-to-medical-degree-programThree outstanding students have been accepted into the 2026 West Virginia University Mountaineer Accelerated Pathway (MAP) to the Medical Degree (MD) Program. This year's accepted students are Austin Montgomery, Ashley McBrayer and Lainey Posey.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-18T13:29:45-04:00e3bfa8ce-0d1c-43cf-ace0-72aacc72aa63https://www.medpagetoday.com/neurology/dementia/121660Primitive or regressive reflexes -- known as frontal release signs -- later in life were associated with increased dementia risk, a longitudinal study of cognitively normal older adults showed.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-15T12:19:28-04:003fdb6163-d24b-486a-880e-68042224791chttps://www.journal-news.net/news/business_and_economy/wvu-medicine-and-martinsburg-va-medical-center-expand-access-to-local-neurosurgical-care/article_6596d607-5807-5363-87e2-4d6018c8b597.htmlWVU Medicine and the Martinsburg VA Medical Center have launched a new partnership aimed at expanding local access to advanced brain and spine care for veterans across the Eastern Panhandle.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-15T12:14:04-04:007be68658-4919-4cf1-9919-5609dc1f8778https://www.wvnews.com/statejournal/news/wvu-infectious-disease-expert-weighs-ebola-hantavirus-outbreaks-and-u-s-risk/article_e416d8fb-64d2-4e67-a072-bed46b658dfe.htmlAs outbreaks of Ebola and hantavirus spark international concern, local health experts are analyzing the spread and potential impact.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-15T12:12:39-04:0001218d38-fddf-42a2-ba19-638c11b0ae0dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-communication-sciences-and-disorders-hosts-white-coat-ceremonysomeducateThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders celebrated 15 Doctor of Audiology students and 44 Master of Speech-Language Pathology students during the traditional white coat ceremony. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-15T10:08:50-04:00a18153f5-6be2-437b-ba8c-27e67fa1306ahttps://wvumedicine.org/news/article/wvu-medicine/ruby-memorial-hospital/wvu-eye-institute-clinician-scientist-supports-new-building-with-150k-gift/somempowerMORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A clinical research leader at the WVU Eye Institute is advancing innovation in eye care for future generations with a $150,000 gift to benefit the new outpatient facility in Morgantown.  Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-10T15:28:58-04:00fd50d344-f460-4432-bec6-d0963c050f1ehttps://www.brainandlife.org/articles/amy-grant-recovery-traumatic-brain-injury"What if this is all I get?" Amy Grant asked her husband, Vince Gill, a few months after the July 2022 bike accident that caused her traumatic brain injury. The seemingly slow recovery pace frustrated Grant. Her balance was off; she held on to people or things while walking. Her emotions were unpredictable. She couldn't remember the words to her own songs and struggled to recall once-cherished memories.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-08T14:35:03-04:001699dfec-7046-4974-8439-2426543e1e53https://viewer.joomag.com/west-virginia-executive-spring-2026/0960869001777044213/p22?short&One of the Mountain State's most admirable traits is its people's determination to take care of each other, a sentiment the West Virginia Executive (WVE) Health Care Hall of Fame Class of 2026 exemplifies each day. On March 3, 2026, WVE celebrated the class at the University of Charleston rotunda.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-09T09:01:13-04:00ec150fb4-6738-45e0-a01d-3f5b602f448ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-clinical-trial-tests-implant-that-offers-hope-to-cancer-patients-with-grim-prognosisPancreatic cancer has almost no early symptoms, so by the time it's caught it's often advanced and has sometimes spread. The WVU Cancer Institute is helping lead a global first in pancreatic cancer research with the launch of a first-in-human clinical trial testing a small implant designed to deliver chemotherapy directly into pancreatic tumors.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-08T14:07:50-04:0083ee360b-fd3d-4f35-82cc-70bc9747c44dhttps://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/cms-west-virginia-leaders-highlight-progress-in-rural-healthcare-transformation-program/article_fbb1404e-9bf4-4056-ae50-d78df9e8d4dc.htmlThe West Virginia Department of Health recently hosted representatives from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for a two-day site visit focused on the state's Rural Health Transformation Program, an initiative aimed at improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural communities.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-09T09:00:56-04:00dec5cba5-85e9-45e6-a33c-2bee1bd8667ahttps://www.wdtv.com/2026/05/26/vision-without-borders-wvu-eye-institute-provides-care-ghana/The WVU Eye Institute has taken eye care cross continental. For nearly a decade a team from the institute has traveled to Ghana to provide vison care. Dr. Thomas Mauger, Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at WVU said the idea came from a chance encounter.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-08T13:55:34-04:008cc3f682-ebd4-48ea-9749-acaf4c00c98bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=master-of-science-in-medical-laboratory-science-program-to-hold-virtual-open-house_8somdiscoverStudents interested in learning more about the WVU School of Medicine's Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Master's degree and the MLS profession are invited to attend a virtual open house on July 8 at noon via Zoom.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-10T15:29:26-04:00edd6a373-a9de-448b-86bd-e8e92cab2141https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=schmidt-named-chair-of-surgery-forwvu-school-of-medicinesomeducateFollowing a national search, Carl R. Schmidt, MD, FACS, professor of surgery, has been named chair of the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Surgery, effective July 1.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-10T15:29:48-04:00c879ef0d-619a-4c0c-bb8a-fa864f9bd20dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=meigh-named-interim-chair-of-communication-sciences-and-disorders-at-wvu-school-of-medicinesomenagaeKimberly Meigh, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, will serve as the interim chair of the WVU School of Medicine Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders, effective July 1. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-10T15:30:06-04:00c7315724-ee21-4728-8418-557b16beed96https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/06/02/wvu-study-shows-pregnant-women-who-sit-less-and-move-more-have-fewer-adverse-outcomes?utm_source=cision-news-release&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=general&utm_id=strat-comm&utm_content=gen3207somdiscoverA study by researchers at West Virginia University and two other university-affiliated medical centers found a greater-than-expected significance in the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, including gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, for women who spend more time sitting compared to those who include even light activity in their daily routines.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-05T12:09:04-04:00b7ec5ae9-a401-4052-9034-a0344757ccb0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=eastern-campus-students-and-residents-showcase-investigative-skills-at-annual-research-symposiumsomenagaeStudents, residents and fellows at the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus recently had the opportunity to showcase their clinical research skills as they participated in the campus's annual research symposium.Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-29T15:50:21-04:009389ecf1-f5ec-4366-9345-17c422f1a3e5https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-division-of-physical-therapy-white-coat-ceremony-marks-students-transition-to-patient-caresomempowerThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Division of Physical Therapy celebrated a turning point in the academic careers of 34 Doctor of Physical Therapy students during the traditional white coat ceremony. Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-27T11:04:45-04:00aa627b74-91b4-4537-8c06-4027e251aa95https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-wvu-school-of-nursing-to-host-to-free-day-camp-for-high-schoolersThe West Virginia University School of Nursing will be hosting its fourth annual Day Camp on Saturday, June 6, 2026, for high school students who are interested in exploring nursing as a career.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-26T14:09:04-04:00b3740cf5-f8c7-40b3-a3d7-197e3435aacfhttps://wvexplorer.com/vision-impairment-west-virginia/The scenic country roads for which West Virginia is beloved can become much less welcoming as our eyes age, especially when conditions such as fog and winding mountain highways come into play.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-26T09:57:24-04:000af49e39-e378-4973-97e8-0d46a8d3f444https://wvpublic.org/story/health-science/farmers-in-w-va-look-for-path-forward-after-federal-grant-program-cancellation/amp/Rural areas in the United States are known for their vast expanses. But community access to that land is an issue in those same places. Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-26T09:52:10-04:0044e16491-33ca-456b-928d-163da1c62b10https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=free-public-screening-of-opioid-crisis-film-what-we-hide-to-headline-37th-annual-addiction-training-The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry will host a free public screening of What We Hide, a dramatic film depicting the human toll of the opioid crisis, on Monday, June 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the ballroom of the Erickson Alumni Center at West Virginia University. Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-01T08:33:03-04:0006f86801-f6ff-4066-9eeb-de4539c02c0bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=seeing-hope-in-asuoso-wvu-eye-institute-carries-on-decade-long-tradition-of-providing-vision-care-fosomhealFor more than a decade, a team from the West Virginia University Eye Institute, led by Professor and Executive Chair Thomas Mauger, M.D., has been traveling to one of the most remote regions of Ghana to deliver critical vision-saving eye care services to local patients.Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-19T15:27:36-04:0093137877-ed2f-4ff2-9aaf-d358a5ddb0bdhttps://www.wvnews.com/morgantownnews/news/local/wvu-opens-commencement-weekend-with-message-of-compassion-purpose-for-health-graduates/article_9e6430ca-7611-43ad-a526-49843b3bd533.htmlWest Virginia University opened Commencement Weekend on Friday with ceremonies honoring graduates across the Health Sciences campus, as university leaders encouraged students entering healthcare professions to pursue lives grounded not only in achievement, but also in purpose, compassion and service.Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-18T12:55:36-04:009d1c3c1d-0ce5-47dc-b2cd-eb74b18f9613https://civileats.com/2026/05/12/can-maha-change-the-way-medical-schools-teach-nutrition/In early March, in the lobby of the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stood alongside medical leaders and other cabinet members to make an announcement.Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-18T10:38:46-04:00d4bb8146-4dc3-422e-b254-cf73d466d541https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/05/17/wvu-commencement-celebrates-next-generation-of-bold-mountaineer-leaderssomempowerAccepting a charge from West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson to boldly carry forward the University's land-grant mission of service and leadership, thousands of graduates crossed the Commencement stage at the Hope Coliseum this weekend (May 15-17).Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-02T15:10:35-04:003d5d6be1-69dc-4674-be5a-64b7e31327f9https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-s-certified-tobacco-treatment-training-program-celebrates-graduates-with-honor-cordssomeducateThe Certified Tobacco Treatment Training Program (CTTTP) at West Virginia University Health Sciences Center, sponsored by the School of Dentistry and the HSC Office of Interprofessional Education, is recognizing a new class of graduates in a meaningful way this year. For the first time, WVU graduates will receive honor cords that symbolize their commitment to addressing tobacco use disorder and supporting recovery.Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-19T15:29:46-04:00d1085a11-2f81-413e-ae0c-22dc0ace36e6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-ophthalmology-residency-program-inspires-graduates-to-pursue-careers-in-community-based-medicinesomenagaeThe primary role of any physician is to meet patients' individual needs and improve healthcare outcomes on a large scale. Graduates from the Ophthalmology Residency Program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine are taking that mission one step further, as they build lasting relationships with patients by embedding themselves within the communities where they practice.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-13T16:45:05-04:006aea1d7c-7f25-4093-9573-9296f7409d1ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=dr-cruden-named-2025-2026-educator-ofyear-by-eastern-campus-studentssomeducateConsuela Cruden-Parham, MD, MBA, MPH, has been named the 2025-2026 Eastern Campus Educator of the Year by students on the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus.Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-13T16:45:21-04:00eb5a67d7-6cb7-433c-a30d-5a5a6ffc39f2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-celebrates-first-class-to-graduate-from-bachelor-of-science-in-respiratory-thsomempowerWhen Hannah Nagler's uncle told her that respiratory therapists saved his life during his battle with severe asthma, he wasn't just sharing a personal story. He was helping her write her first chapter in her professional story.  Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-13T16:45:51-04:00a0347f40-8427-4008-b1d5-e14586fa7538https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-senior-discovers-path-to-medical-school-through-immb-programsomdiscoverFor many students, choosing the right undergraduate path for their future career in medicine can be overwhelming. For Kerrington Peasak, the answer came through a program that combined hands-on laboratory experiences and meaningful mentorship.Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-13T16:46:10-04:00de216938-586c-4bee-8543-739e117245b1https://www.visionmonday.com/eyecare/article/west-virginia-university-raises-awareness-about-vision-impairment-for-mays-healthy-vision-month/As part of May's Healthy Vision Month, West Virginia University (WVU) has announced its assistant professor Heather Livengood of the WVU School of Medicine Department of Occupational Therapy who specializes in vision rehabilitation, is raising awareness about the effects of vision impairment experienced by more than 37 million adults in the United States. WVU said Livengood explained how natural light, glare and changing weather can worsen symptoms of common eye diseases including macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma, and is offering practical tips for people with low vision and their caregivers.Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-11T12:44:20-04:001b60e652-8927-4cdd-93fa-eddfe04601e8https://www.healio.com/news/rheumatology/20260507/refreshing-change-or-just-rhetoric-experts-weigh-maha-programs-targeting-rural-healthAlthough experts generally support the stated goals of programs targeting rural areas in HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" initiative, many have questioned whether the actual policies are up to the task. Rebecca J. Schmidt, DO, FACP, FASN, assistant dean for rural outreach and community engagement and professor of medicine in the division of nephrology, and Bethany Pellegrino, MD, division chief of nephrology and nephrology fellowship program director from WVU School of Medicine shared statements.Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-11T12:32:23-04:00