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Recent News About West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources
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West Virginia updates process for issuing certified death certificates
The West Virginia Department of Health has announced a modification in the process for issuing certified death certificates.
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Dr. Arvin Singh takes office as new Secretary of Health for West Virginia
Dr. Arvin Singh has been sworn in as the new Secretary of Health for West Virginia.
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West Virginia expands D-SNAP benefits after recent flooding impacts two more counties
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has announced the approval to extend Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) benefits to residents in Logan and Wayne counties, affected by recent flooding.
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West Virginia strengthens child welfare workforce with new hires
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is taking steps to address staffing needs within the Bureau for Social Services (BSS).
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West Virginia offers disaster SNAP aid to flood-hit counties
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has announced that residents of Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming counties impacted by recent flooding may qualify for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) benefits.
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West Virginia health officials issue alert after potential measles exposure at Dulles Airport
The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health has issued an alert following a confirmed case of measles at Washington Dulles International Airport on March 5.
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West Virginia strengthens efforts to improve state's foster care system
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is increasing its collaboration with state and local leaders to improve the foster care system.
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West Virginia sees significant drop in overdose deaths
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), through its Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP), is reporting a significant reduction in overdose deaths across the state.
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West Virginia distributes record number of radon kits amid rising demand
The West Virginia Department of Health has reported the distribution of nearly 2,000 radon testing kits during the first half of National Radon Action Month.
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West Virginia names Alex J. Mayer as new human services cabinet secretary
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has announced the appointment of Alex J. Mayer as its new Cabinet Secretary.
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WIC launches developmental screening initiative in West Virginia counties
The West Virginia Department of Health's Office of Nutrition Services (ONS) has announced support for a new pilot program, the Learn the Signs, Act Early (LTSAE) initiative, at Monongalia and Marion County WIC Clinics.
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West Virginia departments invite applications for summer internship program
The West Virginia Department of Health, Department of Health Facilities, and Department of Human Services have opened applications for their 2025 Summer Internship Program.
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State aids Mingo County amid major water service disruption
As of January 25, 2025, approximately 2,100 residents in Mingo County are experiencing water outages due to significant operational issues affecting local water systems.
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West Virginia updates 2025 sport fishing advisory without major changes
The West Virginia Department of Health has announced the release of the 2025 Sport Fish Consumption Advisory.
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West Virginia's health department sees leadership change as Sherri Young steps down
Outgoing Cabinet Secretary Dr. Sherri Young expressed gratitude to the people of West Virginia for the opportunity to lead the Department of Health and thanked her staff for their dedication in advancing public health.
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West Virginia reports significant drop in overdose deaths
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), through its Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP), has reported ongoing progress in reducing overdose deaths across the state.
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SNAP benefit theft replacements end as new legislation lacks extension
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) has announced the conclusion of its program to replace stolen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
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West Virginia joins national initiative to improve maternal and infant health
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) has announced that the state is among 15 selected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to join the Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model.
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West Virginia joins national effort for substance disorder treatment awareness
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is joining forces with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to mark the first National Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month.
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West Virginia offers free radon test kits during National Radon Action Month
The West Virginia Department of Health is offering free radon test kits to residents as part of an initiative coinciding with National Radon Action Month.