WVU Health Affairs Institute

12/31/2025

WVU Health Affairs Institute wishes you a Happy New Year filled with good health and success. We look forward to working with our partners in the new year to tackle health policy, access, and strategy challenges across the Mountain State and beyond!🎉

12/29/2025

Recovery support is just a scan away. 📲 Check out the CHESS Health Connections App to join 12,000+ others in WV finding strength through digital connection.

Over 12,000 West Virginians are using digital recovery support and you can too. The CHESS Health Connections App bridges gaps in care, reduces isolation, and supports those facing substance use challenges. Recovery is possible, and help is here. Start your journey with digital support today. Scan the QR code to learn more.

12/26/2025

💙WVU Health Affairs Institute leverages data and cultural insights to improve behavioral health—from children’s mental health to tackling the opioid crisis.
We're helping build better systems, one community at a time. 💙

Read more about our work: https://healthaffairsinstitute.org/focus-areas/behavioral-health/

12/23/2025

From everyone at WVU Health Affairs Institute, we extend our warmest wishes for a happy holiday season.
We remain committed to consulting on the solutions that build a healthier future for our communities, throughout this season and all year long. ❄❄

12/18/2025

The holidays can bring joy, but also stress. At WVU Health Affairs Institute, we encourage you to prioritize your mental well-being. Your health matters!
If you or a loved one is struggling or in crisis, please seek support.💙

Call or Text 988
Chat: 988lifeline.org
The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides free, confidential 24/7 access to trained counselors. In West Virginia, 988 is answered by First Choice Services.

https://988lifeline.org/

At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

12/16/2025

Your participation in the MATCH Survey supports WV health! Learn more: https://wvmatchsurvey.org/

By taking the MATCH survey, you can support the health of West Virginians!

MATCH uses a randomized process to identify and send surveys to households across the state’s 55 counties.

All the info you need is here
👉 https://wvmatchsurvey.org/

12/15/2025

The WVU student-led Multidisciplinary UnSheltered Homeless Relief Outreach of Morgantown (MUSHROOM) is celebrating two decades of bringing kindness, medical care, and vital support to our most vulnerable neighbors. Learn more about supporting their compassionate work and donating below!

🔗https://hsc.wvu.edu/hub/announcements/story?headline=20-years-later-mushroom-continues-to-give-back-tocommunity

12/12/2025

At HAI, we ask the tough questions: Was the right system built? Was it built right?

We partnered with the state to develop a novel, standardized independent Verification and Validation Framework. This methodology confirmed project health and now serves as the blueprint for success in large-scale tech modernization.
Read about our results and framework development! 👇
https://healthaffairsinstitute.org/capabilities/training/

12/04/2025

As winter transforms West Virginia into a beautiful, tranquil landscape, we're taking a moment to embrace the season ahead and our commitment to a healthier West Virginia. Learn more about our data-driven solutions to address the Mountain State's unique challenges on our website! 💙

11/20/2025

We’re excited to celebrate with and rural communities nationwide! Together, we’re amplifying the and highlighting the people, providers, and places that help rural America thrive.

11/18/2025

There was great collaboration at the Rural Health Association conference last week! Our team connected with professionals and advocates dedicated to amplifying rural perspectives in healthcare. At HAI, we are committed to advancing rural health improvements across the state. 💙 🌄

11/13/2025

Our HAI team is proud to represent the work we do across West Virginia at this week’s Rural Health Association Conference! Together with partners statewide, we’re sharing ideas and building collaborations to advance rural health for the future. 🌄💡