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WVU in the News: E-cigarettes, the not-so-safe alternative to cigarettes
Monday, October 21, 2019
Electronic cigarettes have been marketed as a safe alternative to cigarettes for years, but new findings of lung damage, chemical burns and stiffened blood vessels in e-cigarette users suggest that vaping may be equally as harmful.Read WVU in the News: E-cigarettes, the not-so-safe alternative to cigarettes full story
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WVU Charleston collaborates in statewide project aimed at preventing human trafficking risk in foster care system
Friday, October 18, 2019
West Virginia University’s School of Medicine Charleston Campus is collaborating in a new statewide project entitled Prevent, Respond, and Organize Against Child Trafficking (PROACT). -
WVU researcher chosen as ambassador and role model for youth-focused STEM initiative
Thursday, October 17, 2019
A West Virginia University researcher is being recognized for her efforts to advance and inspire the next generation of girls to pursue careers in STEM-related fields. Elizabeth Engler-Chiurazzi, Ph.D., from the WVU School of Medicine Department of Neuroscience has been named an American Association for the Advancement of Science IF/THEN Program Ambassador.Read WVU researcher chosen as ambassador and role model for youth-focused STEM initiative full story
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WVU in the News: Officials recommend getting a flu shot this month
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
FAIRMONT – Each year, the influenza virus adapts and changes, which means more people could become susceptible to the bug.Read WVU in the News: Officials recommend getting a flu shot this month full story
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WVU in the News: WVU physician warns against dangers of vaping
Monday, October 14, 2019
Vaping has rapidly become a controversial issue in the United States, especially when the possible effects on teens are considered.Read WVU in the News: WVU physician warns against dangers of vaping full story