West Virginia University Addresses Addiction Crisis with Novel Ultrasound Treatment
Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute first-in-the-world to use focused ultrasound to treat opioid use disorder
WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute staff prepare a patient for a first-in-the-world clinical trial to investigate the use of focused ultrasound technology to treat opioid use disorder. (WVU Photo/Brian Persinger)
March 17, 2021 On the heels of the country’s deadliest year for drug overdoses, the West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute launched a first-in-the-world clinical trial to investigate the use of focused ultrasound technology to treat those with opioid use disorder. The procedure marks the potential for a new innovative treatment for addiction.
Alleys in Monroeville targeted
Brush Creek Township trustees invite the residents from the Monroeville area to attend the April 14 meeting. This will be the opportunity for questions and answers regarding the closing of several alleys in this area. Residents will be given the chance to voice their opinions and sign the petition for the county commissioners to complete the process. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at the senior center.
Corn beef and cabbage for St. Pat’s
The East Palestine Eagles, 320 E. Taggart, are still taking orders for their St. Patrick’s Day Irish drive-thru dinner on Wednesday. Times are 4-6 p.m. or sold out. The dinner consists of corn beef, cabbage and potatoes, roll and dessert for $8 or a reuben sandwich and bag of chips for $7. To guarantee a dinner/meal, call 330-853-8483 as soon as possible.