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  Category: Delaware Health and Social Services


UPDATE: DMV Operational Changes for June 8, 2023, Cash Booths at Tolls Plazas Now Open

Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Due to a reduction in the Air Quality Index (AQI) CASH BOOTHS at the toll plazas OPENED at 4:45 pm today, June 8, 2023. The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will continue to monitor the AQI forecast and determine the effects it may have, if any, on DMV operations for Friday, June 9, 2023. Residents […]




DNREC Issues Air Quality Alert

Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Air Quality | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has issued warnings of poor air quality in Delaware.




Delaware Officials Provide Latest Updates, Underscore Urgency Surrounding Youth, Opioids, and Prevention Programs

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 6, 2023

MILFORD (June 6, 2023) – Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families (DSCYF) led a community response briefing on Friday to provide the latest information regarding the state’s efforts to address substance use […]




11 Young People, 5 Emerging Leaders, 4 Groups to receive Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Award at June 21 Ceremony

Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 6, 2023

NEW CASTLE (May 30, 2023) – Governor John Carney will present the 2023 Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Awards to 11 individuals, four groups, and five emerging leaders during a June 21 ceremony to recognize their remarkable service to Delaware. These prestigious awards acknowledge the significant impact that young volunteers make in their communities, inspiring others […]




DPH Hosts Inaugural Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Conference

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Date Posted: Thursday, May 18, 2023

Focusing on the theme of ‘Improving Health Through Equity,’ this first-of-its-kind, in-person event offered participants opportunities to learn from national, regional and local leaders in achieving health equity. Participants also exchanged ideas and shared best practices to help end disparities throughout the state and empower healthier living for all Delawareans.







  Category: Delaware Health and Social Services

UPDATE: DMV Operational Changes for June 8, 2023, Cash Booths at Tolls Plazas Now Open

Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Transportation | Division of Motor Vehicles | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Due to a reduction in the Air Quality Index (AQI) CASH BOOTHS at the toll plazas OPENED at 4:45 pm today, June 8, 2023. The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will continue to monitor the AQI forecast and determine the effects it may have, if any, on DMV operations for Friday, June 9, 2023. Residents […]




DNREC Issues Air Quality Alert

Delaware Health and Social Services | Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Air Quality | Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has issued warnings of poor air quality in Delaware.




Delaware Officials Provide Latest Updates, Underscore Urgency Surrounding Youth, Opioids, and Prevention Programs

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 6, 2023

MILFORD (June 6, 2023) – Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long and leaders from the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families (DSCYF) led a community response briefing on Friday to provide the latest information regarding the state’s efforts to address substance use […]




11 Young People, 5 Emerging Leaders, 4 Groups to receive Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Award at June 21 Ceremony

Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor John Carney (2017-2025) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 6, 2023

NEW CASTLE (May 30, 2023) – Governor John Carney will present the 2023 Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Awards to 11 individuals, four groups, and five emerging leaders during a June 21 ceremony to recognize their remarkable service to Delaware. These prestigious awards acknowledge the significant impact that young volunteers make in their communities, inspiring others […]




DPH Hosts Inaugural Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Conference

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | Date Posted: Thursday, May 18, 2023

Focusing on the theme of ‘Improving Health Through Equity,’ this first-of-its-kind, in-person event offered participants opportunities to learn from national, regional and local leaders in achieving health equity. Participants also exchanged ideas and shared best practices to help end disparities throughout the state and empower healthier living for all Delawareans.