MORGANTOWN – Several local delegates and residents made a stand Wednesday morning for better health care – calling on federal lawmakers to approve health care measures included […]
Healthcare
WV gears up for September vaccine booster shots
MORGANTOWN – While just under 30% of the state’s eligible population remains unvaccinated, West Virginia is now looking to some extent to Sept. 20, when the U.S […]
Smith offers COVID update, Mon Commission passes vaccination policy
MORGANTOWN — “It’s my sincere hope,” County Health Officer Dr. Lee Smith began his remarks to the Monongalia County Commission, “that someday I’ll have some good news […]
Organize, prepare your way to success
Are you someone who is overly organized? Maybe you have a schedule for every day, a list for every need, a sticky for every thought and a […]
WVU, CDC gain insight into students’ knowledge, attitudes regarding mask usage
WVU Today As West Virginia University kicks off a new academic year amid a recent spike in COVID-19 cases across the country, public health researchers at both […]
Two hospital boards announce members to governing bodies
Newsroom@DominionPost.com Mon Health Medical Center and Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital announced the newest board members to their governing bodies. The Rev. Junius Lewis and Samuel A. […]
State now giving vaccine boosters for people with compromised immune systems
MORGANTOWN — Monday’s bad news: COVID numbers keep getting worse — 1,482 new positives since Friday; active cases now at 5,949; 369 hospitalized, with 127 of those […]
Researcher develops copper-infused mask for hospitality industry
MORGANTOWN — Employees manning the frontlines of customer service, whether behind the hotel front desk or the restaurant counter, come face-to-face with folks from all walks of […]
Less invasive procedures treat nasal issues
MORGANTOWN — Many people suffer from chronic nasal/sinus problems. Whether it’s a constant runny nose or frequent sinus infections, it can be inconvenient and frustrating. The doctors […]
Potential busy disaster season increases need for local volunteers, blood donors
Newsroom@DominionPost.com Many weather experts predict a destructive wildfire and hurricane season this year. The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood donors […]