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More than 7,000 West Virginians have died because of COVID-19. It’s a significant milestone and state officials say we should be paying attention.
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On this West Virginia Morning, West Virginia University economist John Deskins says remote work could be a way to improve the state’s financial realities. We spoke with him to find out what’s happening in the state’s economy.
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West Virginians from across the state may have an easier time getting active, thanks to a new project from West Virginia University that aims to increase…
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The House of Delegates considered amendments to SB 451 – comprehensive education reform – all day, and they’ve continued their work into the evening. We…
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If you want to understand why U.S. life expectancy is declining, West Virginia is a good place to start.The state is a bellwether of bad health,…
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Despite improved state policies to prevent obesity, adult obesity rates now exceed 35 percent in seven states, according to a new analysis. West Virginia…
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The prevalence of obesity has risen dramatically in the U.S. A new study explores the economic cost of treating diseases associated with…
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A new study published this month in The Journal of Pain found that as little as a 10 percent reduction in body weight helps obese pain patients reduce…
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A new study finds weight training might be better than cardio for older adults who are trying to slim down.Researchers at Wake Forest University found…
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Five states, including West Virginia, have adult obesity rates above 35%, according to the 2016 State of Obesity Report. American’s waistlines have been…