Betty Hunter was just 12 years old when her mother introduced her to painkillers. Over the years, her substance use escalated—from prescription opioids to heroin and, eventually, fentanyl. By the time she…
West Virginia Vaccine Bill Removes Religious Exemptions, Expands Medical Relief
West Virginia lawmakers have been debating significant changes to a proposed bill regarding school vaccination exemptions, shifting its original intent. The House Health and Human Resources Committee recently amended the bill, removing…
WV Senate Bill Draws Criticism Over Potential Water Quality Risks
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A recently passed bill in the West Virginia Senate is drawing strong criticism from environmental advocates, who argue it could put the state’s drinking water at risk. Senate Bill…