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Hundreds Gather For Martinsburg Veteran Suicide Prevention Walk

In the United States, former military service members are more likely to die by suicide than their non-veteran peers. While the number of suicides among veterans ...

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Social Media Is Making Eating Healthy More Confusing, Here Are Some Tips

Social Media is filled with life advice from 5 minute crafts to how to live a healthier lifestyle. However some information can be harmful or down right untrue.  Briana Heaney spoke with Dietitian Gina Wood at the West Virginia University Extension to discuss navigating food and diet information on social media

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Protection Against Ticks And Recognizing Declining Mental Acuity, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, as summer kicks into full swing and people head outside, exposure to ticks increases. Appalachia Health News Reporter Emily Rice spoke with West Virginia state entomologist Eric Dotseth who urges vigilance against tick bites that could cause major health issues.

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MSHA Holds Panel Discussion As Silica Dust Rule Implementation Draws Closer

A new federal silica dust rule is about to take effect. Monday, a panel of Black Lung experts expressed hope for the future of young miners — if they’re educated about their rights.

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