Rural Health

A Discussion On The NextEra Transmission Line Proposal, This West Virginia Morning

The Public Service Commission of West Virginia is currently conducting public comment hearings concerning developer NextEra Energy’s application to construct a new 107.5-mile-long transmission line from Pennsylvania through West Virginia to Virginia. WVPB spoke with NextEra about the project.

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Health Department Looks For Rural Health Tech Solutions

As rural hospitals close and providers leave, finding ways for medical staff to remotely monitor patients, so the patients can recover comfortably at home, is becoming more important.

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New RHTP Funds To Focus On Prevention, Promotion Of Good Health

The governor hopes that efforts to educate the public and promote healthy living can prevent chronic health issues, saving the state money and increasing workforce participation in the process.

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First Round Of Rural Health Transformation Funds Now Available

The state’s nearly $200 million award from the federal government for 2026 aims to strengthen rural health systems statewide.

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