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West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources Press Releases

1,517 Press Releases
  • Published on May 2, 2022 - 17:54 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 5-2-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of May 2, 2022, there are currently 854 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There has been one death reported since the last report, with a total of 6,857 deaths attributed to COVID- …

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  • Published on May 2, 2022 - 12:08 GMT

    DHHR Announces Emergency Energy Assistance Program for Low Income Residents

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) announced applications for the Emergency Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) will be accepted beginning today, Monday, May 2, 2022, through Friday, May 13, 2022, or until funds are …

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  • Published on April 29, 2022 - 14:44 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-29-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 29, 2022, there are currently 882 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There has been one death reported since the last report, with a total of 6,856 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 28, 2022 - 17:13 GMT

    DHHR Receives $2 Million to Support West Virginia Home Visitation Program

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health has been awarded federal funding in the amount of $2 million for the West Virginia Home Visitation Program. “With this funding, the West Virginia …

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  • Published on April 28, 2022 - 16:57 GMT

    DHHR Receives $2 Million to Support West Virginia Home Visitation Program

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health has been awarded federal funding in the amount of $2 million for the West Virginia Home Visitation Program. “With this funding, the West Virginia …

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  • Published on April 28, 2022 - 14:39 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-28-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 28, 2022, there are currently 799 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been 4 deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,855 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 28, 2022 - 04:22 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-27-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 27, 2022, there are currently 719 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been six deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,851 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 26, 2022 - 15:17 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-26-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 26, 2022, there are currently 662 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been 21 deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,845 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 25, 2022 - 18:51 GMT

    RFP Released to Review DHHR from Top-to-Bottom

    The Request For Proposals (RFP) to provide an organizational assessment of and strategic plan for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) has been posted by the West Virginia Purchasing Division. Bids are due by May 6, 2022, at 1: …

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  • Published on April 25, 2022 - 14:35 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-25-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 25, 2022, there are currently 631 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There has been one death reported since the last report, with a total of 6,824 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 25, 2022 - 13:46 GMT

    DHHR Celebrates National Infant Immunization Week

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) joins partners across the country to celebrate and recognize National Infant Immunization Week, April 24-30, 2022. This annual observance highlights the importance of protecting children two …

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  • Published on April 22, 2022 - 18:39 GMT

    Ratliff Named Director of DHHR’s Office of Emergency Medical Services

    Joseph “Jody” Ratliff has been named director of the Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ (DHHR) Bureau for Public Health.   Ratliff, of Spencer, has more than 21 years of emergency …

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  • Published on April 22, 2022 - 14:49 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-22-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 22, 2022, there are currently 544 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There has been one death reported since the last report, with a total of 6,823 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 21:15 GMT

    Davis Park Pinwheel Garden Highlights Child Abuse Prevention Efforts

    A pinwheel garden has been planted in the City of Charleston’s Davis Park in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. The blue and silver pinwheels are part of a nationwide awareness campaign emphasizing the importance of a safe and happy childhood.  …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 16:00 GMT

    West Virginia Medical Cannabis Making Strides in 2022

    The Medical Cannabis Act, passed by the WV Legislature and signed into law by Governor Justice in 2017, has enabled thousands of state residents with qualifying medical conditions to access a new option for treatment of severe or chronic conditions, while …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 14:32 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-21-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 21, 2022, there are currently 500 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been 15 deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,822 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 14:16 GMT

    DHHR Receives Federal Grant to Transition to 988 for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) has secured a $561,131 award from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to prepare for the transition of the National …

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  • Published on April 20, 2022 - 14:49 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-20-2022

    The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reports as of April 20, 2022, there are currently 459 active COVID-19 cases statewide. There have been 3 deaths reported since the last report, with a total of 6,807 deaths attributed to …

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  • Published on April 19, 2022 - 14:58 GMT

    COVID-19 Daily Update 4-19-2022

    DHHR has confirmed the deaths of a 75-year old male from Hampshire County and a 93-year old female from Clay County. Additional deaths reported on the dashboard as a result of the Bureau for Public Health’s continuing data reconciliation with the official …

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  • Published on April 18, 2022 - 16:36 GMT

    19 Schools to Receive Expanded School Mental Health Services

    Clay-Battelle Middle/High School, Mason Dixon Elementary, and University High School will be served by Florence Crittenton Glade Elementary, Hacker Valley Elementary, Webster County High School, and Webster Springs Elementary will be served by On-Gauley …

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