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WVU athletic trainer offers tips for avoiding exertional heat stroke
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
When temperatures are climbing, a West Virginia University assistant professor of athletic training says taking precautions like limiting physical activity outdoors — including exercise and lawn work — to early mornings or evenings could be lifesaving.Read WVU athletic trainer offers tips for avoiding exertional heat stroke full story
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WVU In The News: 'Every one of us is at risk': How to protect against the health risks that accompany extreme heat
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
As the hottest stretch of weather since July 2020 looks to hit the Pittsburgh region this week — Tuesday’s forecast is close to 100 degrees — experts warn that such extreme heat poses numerous health complications, especially for vulnerable groups. -
WVU In The News: Manchin announces $4 million to go towards healthcare services and vision research
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — Senator Joe Manchin recently announced a total of $4,056,828 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for healthcare and medical research in West Virginia. -
WVU in the News: Heat wave — no let up until next week
Monday, June 17, 2024
Tim Nurkiewicz, professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting from The Dominion Post about the heat wave across the region.Read WVU in the News: Heat wave — no let up until next week full story
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Inaugural Golf Classic raises over $54K to aid WVU Cancer Institute patients
Monday, June 17, 2024
The inaugural WVU Cancer Institute Golf Classic raised more than $54,000 to benefit patients battling blood cancer.Read Inaugural Golf Classic raises over $54K to aid WVU Cancer Institute patients full story