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  Category: Division of Public Health


October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Friday, October 27, 2017

Nearly one in four women, and one in nine men, will experience domestic violence, in their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Delaware, that translates to 136,000 women and approximately 108,000 men who have been impacted. As October draws to a close, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is highlighting Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the long-term health impacts of this important social issue.




DPH Confirms First Influenza Cases for 2017-2018 Flu Season

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, October 26, 2017

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is reporting the state’s first laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza for the 2017-2018 flu season. Six individuals have been diagnosed with the flu to date in October.




Take the Fright Out of Halloween This Year With Tips for a Healthy and Safe Oct. 31

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, October 23, 2017

Halloween is frighteningly close. While most young children are excited to dress up in costume and see how much candy they will get, this annual event can also bring some anxiety to parents. Between concerns about sugar overload, making sure children and their candy supply are safe, and how your pets may react, it takes some serious planning to be ready for Halloween.




DPH Launches Middle School Pilot Program to Prevent Addiction and Violence

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Friday, October 20, 2017

Today, the Division of Public Health (DPH) announced the launch of a life-skills pilot program at eight middle schools across Delaware to teach students the skills they need to prevent addiction, promote positive decision-making and reduce violence. DPH is partnering with the Department of Education to bring the Botvin LifeSkills® curriculum to the classroom.




OAW Announces Arrest in Seaford Animal Cruelty Case

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, October 19, 2017

Officers from the Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) have made an arrest in a recent case in which 32 neglected animals were rescued from a residence in the Seaford area.







  Category: Division of Public Health

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Friday, October 27, 2017

Nearly one in four women, and one in nine men, will experience domestic violence, in their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Delaware, that translates to 136,000 women and approximately 108,000 men who have been impacted. As October draws to a close, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is highlighting Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the long-term health impacts of this important social issue.




DPH Confirms First Influenza Cases for 2017-2018 Flu Season

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, October 26, 2017

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is reporting the state’s first laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza for the 2017-2018 flu season. Six individuals have been diagnosed with the flu to date in October.




Take the Fright Out of Halloween This Year With Tips for a Healthy and Safe Oct. 31

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, October 23, 2017

Halloween is frighteningly close. While most young children are excited to dress up in costume and see how much candy they will get, this annual event can also bring some anxiety to parents. Between concerns about sugar overload, making sure children and their candy supply are safe, and how your pets may react, it takes some serious planning to be ready for Halloween.




DPH Launches Middle School Pilot Program to Prevent Addiction and Violence

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Friday, October 20, 2017

Today, the Division of Public Health (DPH) announced the launch of a life-skills pilot program at eight middle schools across Delaware to teach students the skills they need to prevent addiction, promote positive decision-making and reduce violence. DPH is partnering with the Department of Education to bring the Botvin LifeSkills® curriculum to the classroom.




OAW Announces Arrest in Seaford Animal Cruelty Case

Delaware Health and Social Services | Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Thursday, October 19, 2017

Officers from the Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) have made an arrest in a recent case in which 32 neglected animals were rescued from a residence in the Seaford area.