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September 8, 2022 in News, Public Health
Are You Up-To-Date with COVID-19 Vaccines?
Vaccines have been available for decades and help by offering protection from diseases. The COVID-19 vaccine and boosters are no different. They are effective at protecting people from getting very ill, being hospitalized, or even dying from COVID-19. But, like other vaccines, you are best protected when you stay up-to-date...
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September 1, 2022 in Family Practice, News, Public Health
Local Flu Shot Clinics Announced
A yearly flu shot is the most important step in protecting against the flu. Every year, millions are sick with influenza or “the flu”. Everyone 6 months and older should get their flu shot. Flu shots are FREE with your Medicare Card and covered by most insurances. All clinics are...
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August 8, 2022 in News, Public Health
High COVID-19 Community Level in Delaware County
According to the CDC COVID Data Tracker, Delaware County is now in the “high” community level range. As COVID-19 cases continue to rise throughout the United States and our county, it’s important to take the necessary steps to protect yourself and others. Get back to the basics. Wash your hands, cover...
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July 28, 2022 in News, Public Health
Free Suicide Prevention Training
Delaware County Public Health (DCPH) is offering a free QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention training on Thursday, August 11, 2022. This training will begin at 7:30AM in the Veterans Education Center on the third floor of Regional Medical Center. Anyone from ages 12 and up are welcome. QPR is...
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July 25, 2022 in News, Public Health
COVID-19 Cases Increasing
COVID-19 Cases Increasing Cases are on the rise. All across the United States and in Delaware County, there is a rising trend in positive COVID-19 cases. The Omicron Variant is still the predominant variant. BA.5, a lineage of Omicron, is causing an estimated 78% in cases and has fueled the...
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July 19, 2022 in News, Public Health
Stop the Bleed Training
Emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time, especially life-threatening accidents that cause serious blood loss. You can become an immediate responder by going through the “STOP THE BLEED” training. This training will give you the knowledge to be able to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to...
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July 1, 2022 in News, Public Health
COVID-19 Vaccines Now Recommended for Young Children
The CDC recommends COVID-19 Vaccines for everyone 6 months and older and COVID-19 boosters for everyone ages 5 years and older, if eligible. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to get their children vaccinated to help protect them from COVID-19. This also includes children who have already had COVID-19. Reach out to...
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June 23, 2022 in News, Public Health
Park. LOOK. Lock.
5 children in the United States have died this year and 912 since 1998 due to Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke. Every death was preventable. According to the National Safety Council, 52.6% of these deaths happened because their caregiver forgot them in the vehicle. Heatstroke is one of the leading causes of...
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June 2, 2022 in News, Public Health
Protect Your Skin this Summer
As the weather warms and our communities continue to be more active outside, it’s important to remind everyone to protect their skin! Recently, Delaware County Public Health (DCPH) was able to deliver individual bottles of sunscreen to county ballparks and swimming pools for public use. “Last year we were able...
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April 1, 2022 in News, Public Health
Additional COVID-19 Booster Recommendations
Brought to you by Delaware County Public Health The CDC recently announced certain individuals are eligible to get an additional COVID-19 booster. This is due to the increased risk of severe illness with these populations. If the listed ages below have received their first booster dose at least 4 months...
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March 21, 2022 in News, Public Health
Have a Poultry Farm or Backyard Flock?
Brought to you by Delaware County Public Health Avian influenza is a viral disease mainly affecting wild and domestic birds. Poultry are very susceptible to this disease and can die in large numbers. Unfortunately, this virus has been detected in Iowa. If you have a poultry farm or backyard flock,...
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February 10, 2022 in News, Public Health
Delaware County COVID-19 Update
There have been many different stages of the mitigation, response, and communication regarding COVID-19 in the past two years. The state of Iowa is moving into a new phase from response to recovery with the expiration of the Public Health Disaster Emergency Proclamation effective on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 11:59PM....
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