BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – Welch Community Hospital was invited to participate in the Drug Abuse Warning Network, the West Virginia Department of Health Facilities announced.
The Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) plays an important role in monitoring emergency department visits related to substance abuse, giving important insights into the impact of both illegal drugs and prescription medications across the country. Welch Community Hospital will join a select group of hospitals nationwide chosen to participate.
As part of the initiative, Welch Community Hospital will receive $50,000 annually to support its participation, with the hospital deciding the allocation of the money.
Data collected through DAWN will help show emerging trends in substance use, allowing healthcare providers and policymakers to respond more effectively to the changing landscape of substance abuse in West Virginia and beyond.
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