Inside Sports Medicine
While participating in sports or living a generally active lifestyle comes with many health benefits, it also carries an increased risk of bodily injury, sometimes resulting in athletes being forced to stop doing the things they love.
2026 West Virginia Executive Health Care Hall of Fame
West Virginia thrives when the health of its people comes first. A strong, healthy population supports an increased quality of life, fuels a productive workforce and helps communities grow and succeed. Achieving this requires a committed health care industry, and the Mountain State is fortunate to be home to countless professionals who dedicate their careers to caring for others.
Hospitality Homes in Health Care
When someone is in the thick of serious illness, the definition of health care expands even further, and sectors of this industry that often go unnoticed become increasingly important to the successful care of vulnerable patients and their families—particularly those who must travel to receive necessary treatment. In West Virginia, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) and Rosenbaum Family House (RFH) are tending to the invisible needs of medical travelers.
Navigating the Rising Cost of Care
With 54,000 skilled and dedicated professionals, West Virginia’s hospitals stand as guardians of health care access across the state. They deliver critical care around the clock, every single day, regardless of circumstances.
Beyond Counseling
Across the U.S., mental health challenges are on the rise, and West Virginia is no exception. However, the Mountain State is home to a growing range of mental health services that go beyond traditional talk therapy. From brush strokes in an art studio to the companionship of a horse, residents
of West Virginia are finding new ways to achieve mental wellness.
Solutions for a Healthier State
Organizations across the Mountain State strive to see their neighbors healthier. Through wellness, nutrition
and prevention, these efforts are driving residents of all ages and demographics to take charge of their lives.
Founded in 2016, Healthy Harrison’s mission is to address West Virginia’s low health ranking and encourage communities to take control of their well-being. Initially only focusing on Harrison County, it now expands its reach statewide with the Change Your State initiative.