West Virginia Governor Announces Nearly $17 Million in Rural Healthcare Awards
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced nearly $17 million in rural healthcare awards for the state. The funding aims to support programs for diabetes management, remote patient monitoring, expanding patient care coordination, and rural training in emergency medicine, with significant…
Charleston Huntington, WV, November 10, 2026 — West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has announced the allocation of nearly $17 million in funding dedicated to enhancing rural healthcare services across the state. The initiative aims to bolster a range of programs designed to address critical healthcare needs in underserved areas.
The newly announced funds are earmarked for several key areas, including the support of diabetes management programs, the expansion of remote patient monitoring capabilities, and efforts to improve patient care coordination. Additionally, a portion of the funding will be directed towards rural training initiatives in emergency medicine.
Significant portions of this investment are designated for two major recipients: Marshall University Research Corporation and Cabell Huntington Hospital. These institutions are expected to play a central role in implementing the programs supported by the grants.
The specific breakdown of how the total nearly $17 million will be distributed among the various programs and institutions was not detailed in the announcement. The objectives of the funding are to improve access to care, enhance health outcomes for West Virginia residents in rural communities, and strengthen the healthcare workforce.
The governor’s office stated that the initiative reflects a commitment to addressing the unique healthcare challenges faced by rural populations. Further details regarding the implementation timelines and specific projects to be funded are anticipated.
Story summarized from the original created by Ryan Epling on www.wsaz.com, see more information here.
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