Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Initiative
The goal of APPI is to reduce the number of pregnancies among adolescent through improved decision making, abstinence, or access to contraceptive services. This statewide initiative provides Pregnancy Prevention Specialists who work to increase public awareness of problems associated with early sexual activity and childbearing and collaborate with existing community organizations to promote local activities for adolescent pregnancy prevention.Adopt a WV Child
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (WVDHHR) provides this information for those families who plan to adopt a child who is in Foster Care in West Virginia.Birth Score
The Birth Score Program is dedicated to the identification of infants who are at greatest risk for health and developmental problems, and ensuring that these children have access to appropriate health and special care systems, are ongoing concerns for state health officials.Birth to Three
WV Birth to Three is a statewide system of services and supports for children under age three who have a delay in their development, or may be at risk of having a delay, and their family. The Department of Health and Human Resources, through the Bureau for Public Health and the Office of Maternal, Child and Family Health, WV Birth to Three, as the lead agency for Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), assures that family centered, community based services are available to all eligible children and families.Child Support Resources
Looking for information regarding child support? Learn more about this program adminsterd by the Bureau for Child Support Enforcement.Children and Adult Services
Here you will find information on the many children and adult social services offered by the Bureau for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Resources.Children's Health Insurance Information Flyer
The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a low cost health care plan for children and teenagers of working families. There is no cost to apply and no premiums or deductibles to pay should you qualify. Apply online at www.wvinroads.org.Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Poster
Information poster on WV Children's Health Insurance Program.Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Preferred Drug Formulary
The following is a list of the most commonly prescribed drugs. It represents an abbreviated
version of the drug list (formulary) that is at the core of your prescription-drug benefit plan.
The list is not all-inclusive and does not guarantee coverage. In addition to using this list,
you are encouraged to ask your doctor to prescribe generic drugs whenever appropriate.Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Program Summary
This program is a low cost insurance plan for children of West Virginia working families for whom there is no affordable insurance.CHIP and Medicaid Benefit Summary
The following chart compares each category of benefits offered by the WVCHIP Program and Medicaid. All WVCHIP benefits are covered at 100% of the fee schedule allowance unless otherwise indicated in the following chart.County Health Profiles - 2004
This on-line publication provides an overview of the health and socioeconomic status of West Virginia residents on the state and county levels. Selected health indicators include causes of death, premature deaths, behavioral prevalence, births by age group, births to unwed mothers, tobacco use during pregnancy, infant deaths, and population.Domestic Violence Resources
This document is a description of Domestic Violence resources with contact numbers available statewide.Early Care and Education
This directory can point you to resources related to early child care and early education.Family Assistance Resources
This document is a description of Family Assistance Resources available statewide, contact persons for each program, and a county-by-county breakdown of available services.Family Planning Program
The WV Family Planning Program contracts with approximately 148 local county health departments, primary care and rural health centers, college and university student health clinics, hospitals, and private medical practices to deliver clinical family planning services to eligible individuals.Health Care Facilities Directory
This document is a description of Health Care Facilities statewide, contact persons for each program, and a county-by-county breakdown of available services.Immunization Flyer
Informative health care prevention timeline for children.Income Guideline Poster
Poster on income guidelines for WV Children's Health Insurance ProgramIncome Guidelines Chart
Income guidelines and co-pays for WV Children's Health Insurance Program.Out of Control: Women and Eating Disorders
This handbook was created by the West Virginia Women’s Commission. It provides information on anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and compulsive overeating.
Pregnancy and Diabetes in WV
A report on pregnancy and Diabetes in West Virginia. The data presented in this document confirm the need for strict management of diabetes during pregnancy to curtail both economic costs and short- and long-term health problems for mother and child.Prevention Brochure
Brochure outlining the preventive services offered by the Children's Health Insurance Program.Resource Directory
A directory of agencies that help or assist women. Right From the Start Program
Having a new baby can be one of the most rewarding times of your life, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Having someone to talk to during your pregnancy and/or after you have your baby can make this time easier. You can have a local community nurse or social worker, called a "care coordinator", meet with you while you are pregnant to help you learn ways to have a healthy pregnancy. The care coordinator can help you find resources in your community to help with your needs. Stop the Hurt: A Handbook for Victims of Family Violence
This handbook was a result of the collaboration with the West Virginia Women’s Commission, West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence, West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, West Virginia Department of Education, The Legal Aid Society of Charleston, and West Virginia Legal Aid Services.West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program
The West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (WVBCCSP) is a comprehensive public health program that helps uninsured or underinsured women gain access to breast and cervical cancer screening services. Screening and early detection reduces death rates, improves treatment options, and greatly increases survival.
WIC Benefits
WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC was established in 1972, as a pilot project following a national survey that found anemia and inadequate growth to be common among American children in low-income families. |