WVU Health Affairs Institute

05/05/2026

04/21/2026

At the Health Affairs Institute, we conduct and translate complex survey research into useful information that matters to West Virginians and the broader Appalachian region.
How we help you get results:

The Perfect Fit:

We meet people where they are! Whether it’s online, through the mail, over the phone, or talking in person, we use the best tools to get the best answers. 📬📱

A Team of Experts:

You get a whole team of data and research pros working together to make sure every detail is right. 🧠

We Do the Heavy Lifting:

We take care of everything, from writing the very first question to making a final report that is easy to read. 📋

Safety First:

Keeping your information safe is our top priority, and we protect your data every step of the way. 🔒

From small ideas to giant studies, we provide the services you need to make a real difference.

Ready to turn your questions into answers? Let’s chat about how our team can help your next project!

💬 Message us or click the link below to get started! https://healthaffairsinstitute.org/contact-us/

04/18/2026

If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol-related issues, the Connections app is here for you. Discover a hub of resources, compassionate peer support, and 24/7 access to Peer Support Specialists. Take the first step towards recovery – explore the Connections app today.

https://westvirginia.signup.connectionsapp.com/?token=oWMrC

04/15/2026

This Medicaid Awareness Month💙, we’re looking back at how strategic partnerships have transformed care for West Virginians. The Health Affairs Institute partnered with the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) on a landmark project to evaluate how Telehealth could reduce costly ER visits and support those transitioning back into their communities.

✨By supporting the Take Me Home program, "Money Follows the Person" initiative, this project aimed to provide Medicaid beneficiaries, including those on Aged and Disabled and Traumatic Brain Injury waivers, with greater choice in where they lived and received care.

👉We invite you to explore the full scope of these findings and learn more about our efforts here:

Sound Strategies / Improve Lives

04/13/2026

Check out how the WWV MATCH Survey is working to support the well-being across the state. 👇

West Virginians have health needs. The goal of MATCH is to better understand the health of West Virginians and match community health needs with resources specifically designed to meet those needs. Thank you for your interest in the WV MATCH Survey. The 2025-2026 survey is now open. Your address may...

04/07/2026

At the WVU Health Affairs Institute, we believe that data-driven research and collaborative partnerships are the foundation of a healthier future.

This , 🌎 we celebrate the power of scientific collaboration with researchers, policymakers, and the public to find solutions to complex health issues in West Virginia and beyond.

04/06/2026

Happy National Public Health Week! 📢

At the WVU Health Affairs Institute, "Public Health" means more than just policy, it’s about using creativity through technology and skilled analysis to find a better way forward and solve real-world problems.

From analyzing health data to implementing vital programs and conducting public impact research, we help our partners determine the best way forward for the communities they serve. 🤝

Together, we’re turning data into insights and insights into a healthier West Virginia. 💛💙

04/01/2026

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The commitment to providing essential Medicaid services ensures that families and communities across the state have the support they need to thrive! 💙

It’s ! The West Virginia Department of Health Services (DoHS) is dedicated to providing essential Medicaid services that support the well-being of West Virginia families and communities.

03/30/2026

“We are not just analyzing data. We are working to represent the experiences of our families, our neighbors and our communities.”

We’re thrilled to announce our work on the West Virginia Wayfinder initiative, a statewide needs assessment examining the scope of the opioid crisis. Thank you to the West Virginia First Foundation for its support, and to our partners Data Driven WV and the WVU Rockefeller Institute for Policy Research and Public Affairs for embarking on this impactful project. https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/03/27/wvu-to-guide-data-driven-decisions-for-statewide-opioid-settlement-funds

03/27/2026

Your journey to recovery involves more than just your mind. Explore the profound mind-body connection on the Connections app. It's a space where understanding your body's signals becomes a crucial part of your recovery journey.

🔗Read more here: https://healthaffairsinstitute.org/featured-work/chess-health-connections-companion-apps-support-ind...

🔗Explore more the app here: https://westvirginia.signup.connectionsapp.com/?token=oWMrC

03/24/2026

Tips for disseminating and enhancing the utility of your data:

Nobody likes the feeling that their data and/or reports end up on a shelf gathering dust (actual or metaphoric). 📁 Tailoring your findings and messaging to your end users and audiences can help!

Knowing what different end users and audiences might want to do with the data and findings is key. For example, how much information (if any) do they want about the design, methods, and/or operational definitions? Could those details be included in an appendix?

Or perhaps a separate more technical report could be generated for reference so that infographics, data visualizations, and narrative write-ups are the star of more focused briefs, one-pagers, or other types of findings reports? 📊📝

Relatedly, do your end users or target audiences like data visuals, and can those data visuals be easily digested without explanation?

By prioritizing the user experience in our reporting, we transform static data into a strategic asset. Embracing these practices ensures our insights don't just exist, they drive meaningful change.