Navigating Flu Season with a Chronic Disease
Living with a chronic disease has its daily challenges and can certainly take a toll on one’s physical and mental wellbeing. In the Mountain State, asthma, heart disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), diabetes, extreme obesity, and cancer are the most...
Driving Change: A Closer Look at The Center for Rural Health Development’s Programs
In the sprawling landscapes of West Virginia, where communities are often remote and rural, The Center for Rural Health Development (The Center) is dedicated to strengthening West Virginia’s healthcare infrastructure and improving the health of West Virginians. With a...
Community Revitalization Plan Unveiled for Smithers and Montgomery, West Virginia
Hurricane, WV - The cities of Smithers and Montgomery announce the release of Destination Hope: Smithers & Montgomery Intergenerational Gateway Community (SMIGC) Plan, using Dynamis Advisors’ Healthy Village® model. Supported by The Center for Rural Health...
Protect Your Child From Oral, Head, and Neck Cancers with HPV Vaccination
Each year, it is estimated that more than 68,000 people are diagnosed with head and neck cancers in the U.S. each year. This month, the West Virginia Immunization Network is working to remind West Virginians that some oral, head, and neck cancers can be prevented with...
3 Reasons Boys and Young Men Should Get the HPV Vaccine
A common misconception about the HPV (Human papillomavirus) vaccine is that only girls need to receive it to protect them against cervical cancer. What some people may not know, is that HPV vaccination can prevent other HPV-related cancers that can affect males, too....
Local Roots, Holistic Health: The Appalachian RX Story
Nestled amidst the hilly landscapes of Webster Springs, West Virginia, Appalachian RX stands as a testament to resilience and community-driven entrepreneurship. Co-founded by pharmacists Kenney Hamrick, PharmD, and Matthew Carpenter, PharmD, this pharmacy embodies a...
Youth Recreation
Hello, Summers County! Let's chat about something close to our hearts: the well-being of our youth. In our picturesque corner of West Virginia, we're fortunate to have natural beauty and a close-knit community, but when it comes to recreational opportunities for our...
Small Businesses in Summers County
In Summers County, West Virginia, our small businesses form the backbone of a community rich in resilience, diversity, and character. The local entrepreneurial spirit shines on West Virginia's evolving economic landscape, particularly as we move beyond the coal mining...
Protecting Yourself and Your Baby by Getting the Recommended Vaccines During Pregnancy
During pregnancy it’s normal to have questions about the best steps to ensure a healthy pregnancy. With respiratory season in full force, we thought we’d address some commonly asked questions to make sure you are prepared to protect yourself and your baby from...
Annual Flu Shots Are Extra Important for Cancer Patients and Survivors
Flu season is here, and having cancer, or being a cancer survivor can increase your risk for flu complications and hospitalization. Protecting yourself from the flu is recommended for cancer patients and cancer survivors because the flu can be serious and sometimes...
