Office of Animal Welfare Offers New Senior Citizen Discounts, Rolling Renewals for Dog Licenses
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 27, 2016
The Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) is announcing several changes to dog licensing for 2017 that will benefit Delaware residents. Senior citizens (65+) who own dogs will now be offered a reduced rate for dogs that have been spayed or neutered. The rate is $7 annually, a 30 percent reduction on the regular price of $10 for spayed or neutered dogs. Licenses for unaltered dogs remain $15 per year for all applicants. License terms have also changed for the better. Licenses are now valid for one year from date of purchase, and no longer based on calendar year. This means no matter when the license is purchased, it will be valid for 12 months. Two and three-year licenses are also available.
Escaping to Warmer Climates for the Holidays? Zika Is Still a Threat
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Many people like to plan getaways to warmer climates during the holidays to escape the chilly northeast coast weather. If you’re one of them, the Division of Public Health (DPH) reminds you that Zika is still active in many south and central American countries, southeast Florida and even Southeast Asia. Since there is no vaccine for Zika virus yet, stopping a mosquito bite, and practicing safer sex if you are involved with someone who could be exposed, is still the best protection against the disease. DPH confirmed last week that Delaware Zika cases are now at 17. The most recently announced case involves a female resident of Sussex County, for whom pregnancy is not at issue.
Don’t Toss Your Cookies! Food Safety Prevents Illness During the Holidays
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, December 19, 2016
During the holidays it seems like an opportunity to eat awaits around every corner. Whether preparing food for the office gathering, a holiday party, or the big family dinner, the Division of Public Health (DPH) urges you to take precautions so you “Don’t toss your cookies this holiday season!” An estimated 48 million cases of foodborne illness occur each year in the U.S., in some cases resulting in hospitalization or even death. (DPH) is offering tips to help Delawareans safely prepare holiday foods.
Struggling for Gift Ideas? Give Gifts that Support Health and Wellness in the New Year
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, December 16, 2016
Still trying to think of the perfect gift? As we prepare to welcome 2017, the Division of Public Health (DPH) suggests giving gifts that support health and wellness in the New Year.
Enroll by Dec. 15 for Health Insurance Marketplace
Delaware Health and Social Services | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, December 12, 2016
NEWS FROM THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES Enroll by Dec. 15 for Health Insurance Marketplace Coverage to Start Jan. 1 Delawareans who seek insurance through HealthCare.gov are urged to take advantage of subsidies to offset rise in premiums NEW CASTLE (Dec. 12, 2016) – Delawareans who want their 2017 coverage under […]
