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Health & Science Maria Young, Apr. 27, 2026

DoHS Looking To Fill Gaps In Perinatal Mental Health Care

A new study finds pregnant women and new mothers in West Virginia face a hard time accessing substance use disorder treatment and mental health care.

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Government Maria Young, Mar. 16, 2026

Mullins Named Acting Secretary Of DoHS

Christina Mullins, who has served as deputy director has been appointed to serve as the acting secretary. Alex Mayer, the former secretary of the Department of Human Services, has resigned his position, effective Sunday.

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Government Eric Douglas, Sep. 25, 2025

CPS, Youth Services Staffing Improves In 2025

As of Sept. 1, 2025, the statewide vacancy rate for Child Protective Services (CPS) positions has dropped from 12% to 8.5%. Two years ago that rate was more than 27%.

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Government WVPB Staff, Sep. 11, 2025

Findings From Child Welfare Tour And Rebuilding Justice In A Divided America, This West Virginia Morning

The West Virginia Dept. of Human Services has released the results of its statewide listening tour. And we'll preview the latest Us & Them edition, which takes a look at this country's criminal justice system and what it would take to make it stronger for all.

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Government Maria Young, Sep. 10, 2025

DoHS Releases Findings From Child Welfare Listening Tour

A DoHS report summarizes the findings of a listening tour held across the state to gather information about what is and is not working in the West Virginia child welfare system.

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Government Jack Walker, Aug. 06, 2025