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W.Va.’s Overdose Death Rate Decline Surpasses The National Rate

West Virginia’s drug overdose death rate continues to fall, even faster than it is nationwide.

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Health & Science Emily Rice,

Foundation Director Challenges Opioid Settlement Board To Distribute Funds Before 2025

The executive director of the organization responsible for dispersing West Virginia's opioid settlement funds challenged board members to award funds by the end of the year.

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People With Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities To Get Help

On Monday, the Department of Human Services announced the hiring of West Virginia’s first Statewide Intellectual and Developmental Disability, or IDD, Coordinator, Susan File.

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W.Va. Ranks Among Best At Connecting Residents With Substance Use Treatment

In 2023, West Virginia ranked fourth highest in the United States for initiating and treating substance use disorder in residents with the condition. The data was collected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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