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Backed By Governor, Raleigh County Mom Sues For Religious Vaccine Exemption
Gov. Patrick Morrisey hosted a press conference in Beckley on Tuesday to express support for a Raleigh County mother suing the state's board of education over school vaccine policies.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsGovernor Keeps Sights On Religious Vaccine Exemptions, Certificate Of Need Repeal
Gov. Patrick Morrisey addressed two legislative priorities at a press briefing Friday. He said he maintains hope that both goals will come to fruition this year.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Hear From All Sides Of Vaccine Debate
On Monday night, lawmakers held a hearing on controversial legislation that would change West Virginia’s school-entry vaccination requirements to allow for religious and philosophical exemptions.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsUs & Them: Childhood Vaccines — Parental Rights vs. Public Health in West Virginia
A recent effort to loosen West Virginia’s 'gold standard' vaccination requirements for school children by exempting homeschoolers and private schools passed the legislature, but was vetoed by Gov. Jim Justice. In this episode, Trey Kay delves into this latest chapter of West Virginia's vaccine history.
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Cases Of Whooping Cough On The Rise Nationally
The CDC announced cases of Whooping Cough have more than quadrupled nationally in the last year. Emily Rice reports that state health officials are urging parents to check their child’s vaccination status.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOfficials Recommend Vaccination To Stay Healthy During 'Respiratory Season'
As temperatures cool and respiratory illnesses become more prevalent, state health officials are urging the public to get the latest versions of their vaccines.
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