Comprehensive Breast Care Center providing wraparound care for breast cancer patients

WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital has been providing quality breast care to the community for 20 years. In that time, breast health recommendations and technology have majorly evolved. Kyla Morris is the Comprehensive Breast Care Center program coordinator and accepted that position about two years ago. She is a registered nurse and a certified breast health clinical navigator. "Breast surgery and breast biopsies have changed significantly over the past 20 years, and so has the Comprehensive Breast Care Center," Morris said. Just this year, for example, two of the surgeons are ...

The WVU Medicine Children’s Center Campaign: Building a new pediatric outpatient facility to help the community

By Michele Gillis Children are our greatest assets and WVU Medicine is bringing a medical center specifically for children to the Ohio Valley. The WVU Medicine Children’s Northern Region Outpatient Center will be a one-stop-shop for pediatric care. “The center will provide well and sick entrances, pediatric lab and imaging, specialty offices and extended after-hours,” said Jessica Rine, associate vice president of foundation & community relations, WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital. “We are a nonprofit hospital. That means that any money ...

Entertainment expenses budgeting tips for the citizens of Wheeling

Entertainment expenses can quickly add up, especially in a vibrant community like Wheeling, where there are many options for leisure activities. Managing these costs effectively is essential for maintaining a balanced budget while still enjoying all that life has to offer. Here are some tips ...

Proposed Virginia Gaming Commission Could Streamline Online Casino Regulation

Virginia is on the verge of a significant regulatory shift with the proposal to establish a new gaming commission aimed at overseeing and streamlining online casino operations. This potential development marks a crucial step in managing the state’s rapidly evolving gambling landscape and ...

Reducing Heating Costs with the Right Doors and Windows

With rising energy costs and increasingly extreme weather conditions, it’s important to consider the insulation properties of your building or apartment. Purchasing a new front door or windows is a decision that requires careful consideration, as it can significantly reduce heating costs. Here are the most important tips. What to Consider When Reducing Heating Costs First, it’s crucial to view each part of the building facade in relation to the entire structure. An element’s effectiveness is only as strong as its weakest part. Key areas to consider include thermal insulation, ...