Health & Wellness
08/22/2026 · Berkeley Springs
Judge Allows Puberty Blocker Trial for Children to Proceed
A high court judge has dismissed a legal challenge seeking to prevent the recruitment of children into a puberty blocker trial. The ruling clears the way for the trial to begin accepting participants. Campaigners initiated the legal action to stop the trial from proceeding.
Nebraska Implements Medicaid Work Requirements, Coverage Loss Anticipated
Nebraska's Medicaid director stated that roughly 200 individuals will lose health coverage starting August 1. This action follows the implementation of work requirements for Medicaid, a policy established under the 2025 federal budget law.
08/23/2026
Peer-Reviewed Study Reports on New Blood Test for Early Breast Cancer Detection
A new peer-reviewed study details a blood test for early-stage breast cancer, reporting over 92% sensitivity and specificity. Researchers indicate the test's performance surpasses current supplemental screening methods. The study comes from a team at Astrin Biosciences.
08/23/2026
Study Links Early Childhood Sugar Intake to Long-Term Brain Health
A recent study suggests that limiting sugar intake in children under two years old may contribute to better brain health over time. Researchers caution that the current evidence is not definitive and requires more investigation. The findings highlight an area of ongoing scientific inquiry into early nutrition and development.
08/23/2026
Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in Senate Hearing on COVID-19 Origins
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate committee hearing. He declined to answer numerous questions from senators regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and its origins.
08/23/2026
Food Safety Practices Reduce Cyclospora Risk
Adopting specific food safety practices can significantly reduce the risk of illness from foodborne pathogens like cyclospora. Consumers can continue to enjoy fresh produce by following recommended washing and preparation guidelines. An infectious disease expert provided guidance on these practices.
08/23/2026
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Monongalia County Commission will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 18, 2024. The meeting will be held at the Monongalia County Courthouse. Details regarding the agenda will be posted closer to the meeting date. This meeting is open to the public.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Monongalia County Board of County Commissioners will convene for a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the courtroom of the Monongalia County Courthouse, 241 High Street, Morgantown, WV. The agenda will include discussion and potential action on various county matters, including budget updates and new ordinances. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend.
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View allAttorney General McCuskey joins multi-state coalition raising concerns over Wi-Fi company’s ties to China
Other - 10/07/2026
West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach
Probate - 09/24/2026
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