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  Category: Division of Public Health


Sept. 22 Falls Prevention Program for Seniors Highlight of Falls Prevention Awareness Week

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, September 18, 2017

DOVER – Falls among older adults are the leading cause for injury deaths and non-fatal injuries, including hip and brain injuries. Falls are painful and can be disabling, leading to drastic life changes and costing an average of $30,000 per fall injury in hospital expenses alone, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]




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

Division of Public Health | News | 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 | News | 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).




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

Division of Public Health | News | 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 | News | 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: Division of Public Health

Sept. 22 Falls Prevention Program for Seniors Highlight of Falls Prevention Awareness Week

Division of Public Health | News | Date Posted: Monday, September 18, 2017

DOVER – Falls among older adults are the leading cause for injury deaths and non-fatal injuries, including hip and brain injuries. Falls are painful and can be disabling, leading to drastic life changes and costing an average of $30,000 per fall injury in hospital expenses alone, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]




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

Division of Public Health | News | 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 | News | 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).




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

Division of Public Health | News | 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 | News | 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.