West Virginia Department of Health Provides Update on 2025 Achievements

The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is providing an update on major achievements over the last year, marked by governmental efficiencies, the improvement of programmatic operations, and prompt public health response.

"2025 was a prosperous year defined by growth, purpose, and resilience," shared Secretary of Health Dr. Arvin Singh. "We set ambitious goals for our department, and that drive has translated into meaningful differences for all West Virginians."

There was also significant progress in the f​orensic arena as sixty-four decedents were positively identified using DNA analysis, allowing closure and peace of mind for families. This was made possible through the establishment of the Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy Commission, a partnership between the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, the West Virginia State Police, and the Marshall University Forensic Science Center. The average time from autopsy to identification for DNA-based cases also improved from as many as 984 days to 111.

DH's Center for Threat Preparedness (CTP) was on the front lines to help deliver essential supplies as Governor Patrick Morrisey and his administration responded to two devastating flood events in 2025. CTP provided critically needed vaccinations to multiple counties across those two incidents, directly impacting families and individuals in need.

With 2025 coming to an end, DH will focus on leading the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a once-a-lifetime opportunity for West Virginia to see a complete metamorphosis of its rural healthcare system with a potential award of $500 million or more to invest directly into West Virginia. Governor Morrisey has outlined the state's priorities for this program, targeting provider shortages, workforce and economic growth, technology, and personal health.

"I want to thank Governor Morrisey for this opportunity to lead this incredible department," said Secretary Singh. "Every day, I see the effort our people put in to help make a true difference in the life of every West Virginian. I commend them for their unwavering dedication to public health. Without them, none of these accomplishments would be possible."

Visit DH's News page​ to learn more about the department's 2025 achievements.

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