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Governor Carney Formally Extends Public Health Emergency

Division of Public Health | Governor John Carney | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, August 19, 2022


Governor Carney Formally Extends Public Health Emergency

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney on Friday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order another 30 days to allow the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs, and issued the following statement: 

 

“It’s important that we continue to stay one step ahead of COVID-19,” said Governor Carney. “Keep doing the things we know that work. Stay home if you’re sick and get tested. Consider masking up in public indoor settings or if you are at a higher risk for illness. Get vaccinated and boosted when you’re eligible.”

 

Under Delaware law, Public Health Emergency declarations must be renewed every 30 days. 

 

Visit Governor Carney’s website to view the Public Health Emergency extension.

 

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Governor Carney Formally Extends Public Health Emergency

Division of Public Health | Governor John Carney | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, August 19, 2022


Governor Carney Formally Extends Public Health Emergency

WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Carney on Friday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order another 30 days to allow the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs, and issued the following statement: 

 

“It’s important that we continue to stay one step ahead of COVID-19,” said Governor Carney. “Keep doing the things we know that work. Stay home if you’re sick and get tested. Consider masking up in public indoor settings or if you are at a higher risk for illness. Get vaccinated and boosted when you’re eligible.”

 

Under Delaware law, Public Health Emergency declarations must be renewed every 30 days. 

 

Visit Governor Carney’s website to view the Public Health Emergency extension.

 

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