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Health & Science Emily Rice, Apr. 16, 2025

Monongalia EMS Joins Life Saving Blood Transfusion Stabilization Program

Starting May 1, Monongalia EMS (Mon EMS) will be able to perform whole blood transfusions. Whole blood transfusions have saved 16 West Virginian's lives since the launch of the program in Cabell County in November 2023.

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Government WVPB Staff, Mar. 06, 2025

Senators Discuss Opioid Treatment Program Legislation

On this episode of The Legislature Today, legislation to outlaw opioid treatment programs that distribute methadone without offering integrated care in West Virginia, Senate Bill 204, is making its way through the West Virginia Legislature. Emily Rice brings us this story. Also, Assistant News Director Maria Young talks with Sens. Eric Tarr, R-Putnam, and Mike Woelfel, D-Cabell, about the bill.

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Health & Science Jack Walker, Feb. 18, 2025

EMS Shortages Could Worsen Rural Health Care Issues, Coalition Director Says

West Virginia EMS Coalition President Trish Watson says funding issues continue to threaten the state's EMS providers, especially in rural areas.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Dec. 19, 2024

Ambulance Whole Blood Transfusions Save 16 Lives First Year

A program providing comprehensive life-saving care in West Virginia’s ambulances is expanding to more counties.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Jul. 30, 2024

First Responders, Mental Health Experts Gather In Charleston For Crisis Intervention Team Training

Attendees at Charleston’s Summit will spend the next three days learning from CIT-certified law enforcement officers and behavioral health professionals about improved communication methods, identifying mental health resources for those in crisis and ensuring officer and community safety.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Jul. 22, 2024