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  Category: Delaware Health and Social Services


Delaware Works to Prevent, Recognize and Treat Substance Exposure in Infants

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, September 14, 2017

The Division of Public Health (DPH) today announced new guidance and educational materials on the dangers of substance abuse while pregnant, and how to screen pregnant women for potential addiction and connect them with treatment.




Delaware Celebrates National Food Safety Month

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, September 13, 2017

The Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Food Protection is proud to partner with the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) to celebrate National Food Safety Month (NFSM).




Governor Carney Signs Legislation to Limit Growth in Health Care Spending

Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, September 7, 2017

HJR 7 will establish health care spending benchmark linked to economic growth  WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday signed House Joint Resolution 7 granting authority to the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) to establish a health care spending benchmark for Delaware with a growth rate linked to the overall economy of […]




DPH Encourages Residents to Prepare Now for Emergencies as Peak Hurricane Season Begins

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, September 1, 2017

The Division of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging everyone to prepare and make your plans now so that you’re ready in the event of a natural disaster or other type of emergency.




DPH Back to School Child Health and Safety Checklist

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, August 24, 2017

While new school clothes, backpacks and school supplies can dominate parents’ back-to-school lists, the Division of Public Health (DPH) shares some tips to keep your child healthier and safer during the new school year.







  Category: Delaware Health and Social Services

Delaware Works to Prevent, Recognize and Treat Substance Exposure in Infants

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, September 14, 2017

The Division of Public Health (DPH) today announced new guidance and educational materials on the dangers of substance abuse while pregnant, and how to screen pregnant women for potential addiction and connect them with treatment.




Delaware Celebrates National Food Safety Month

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, September 13, 2017

The Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Food Protection is proud to partner with the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) to celebrate National Food Safety Month (NFSM).




Governor Carney Signs Legislation to Limit Growth in Health Care Spending

Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, September 7, 2017

HJR 7 will establish health care spending benchmark linked to economic growth  WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday signed House Joint Resolution 7 granting authority to the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) to establish a health care spending benchmark for Delaware with a growth rate linked to the overall economy of […]




DPH Encourages Residents to Prepare Now for Emergencies as Peak Hurricane Season Begins

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, September 1, 2017

The Division of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging everyone to prepare and make your plans now so that you’re ready in the event of a natural disaster or other type of emergency.




DPH Back to School Child Health and Safety Checklist

Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, August 24, 2017

While new school clothes, backpacks and school supplies can dominate parents’ back-to-school lists, the Division of Public Health (DPH) shares some tips to keep your child healthier and safer during the new school year.