New Bishop Has Existing Connections To W.Va.
Evelio Menjivar-Ayala will serve as the tenth Bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston — which encompasses all of West Virginia — starting in July.
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Tick-Borne Illnesses
Reviewing Tick Safety For Spring
Cases of Lyme disease have seen a sharp rise in recent years, so reporter Chris Schulz recently spoke with Dr. Kane Maiers, associate medical director for UPMC GoHealth Urgent Care in West Virginia to learn more.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsUnderstanding Risks, Prevention Of Tick Bites, This West Virginia Morning
As temperatures rise and people start heading outside, the chance of contracting a tick-borne illness goes up. Cases of Lyme disease have seen a sharp rise in recent years, so reporter Chris Schulz recently spoke with Dr. Kane Maiers, associate medical director for UPMC GoHealth Urgent Care in West Virginia, to learn more.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsRise In Tick Population Is Raising Risk Of Tick-Borne Illnesses
The number of cases of Lyme disease have risen sharply in recent years, along with other tick-borne illnesses.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsTariff Economics And Tick-Borne Disease, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, some supporters of President Donald Trump have expressed hope he would lower the cost of everyday goods through tariffs.
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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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