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W.Va.’s Overdose Death Rate Decline Surpasses The National Rate
West Virginia’s drug overdose death rate continues to fall, even faster than it is nationwide.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDoHS Closes Cross Lanes Child Care Center Amid Abuse Allegations
A Charleston-area childcare center has ceased operations pending further investigation by the Department of Human Services. It follows the circulation of a video that documented alleged abuse.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Hear Updates On DHHR Reorganization
The re-organization of the DHHR, as directed by lawmakers in 2023, is going well, with a few hiccups, Department of Health Secretary Sherri Young told a legislative committee on Tuesday.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Question W.Va. PATH’s Progress
Lawmakers had questions Tuesday about a seven-year project to modernize West Virginia’s public assistance programs.
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Home Care Provider Praises Disability Rate Increase
A national organization that works to improve the home care industry’s West Virginia Chapter says a higher reimbursement will help seniors and those with disabilities live in their homes with dignity.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAttorneys Suing W.Va. Foster Care Oppose Summary Judgment
Attorneys suing West Virginia for its alleged treatment of children in foster care say the Department of Human Services should not be granted the summary judgment it requested.
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