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New AG Staffer Will Address Barriers To Substance Abuse Recovery Statewide

The W.Va. Attorney General's office has announced a new position: director of substance abuse prevention and recovery, held by a member of staff now in long term recovery.

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Purdue Pharma To Pay W.Va. $55M In Opioid Settlement

Thanks to a settlement with opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma and its owners, West Virginia will receive up to $55 million, said Attorney General J.B. McCuskey Thursday.

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First Round Of W.Va. Opioid Settlement Grants Announced

The West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF), responsible for dispersing West Virginia’s opioid settlement money, announced the...

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Following His Resignation, Health Officer Reflects On 4 Years In W.Va. Government

After two years as West Virginia’s State Health Officer and four years working to improve the state’s health through the government, Dr. Matthew Christiansen resigned on Friday, Dec. 13. On Monday, he spoke with West Virginia Public Broadcasting’s Health Reporter, Emily Rice about his time in state government and what the future may hold.

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