Public Health

High COVID-19 Community Level in Delaware County

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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Free Suicide Prevention Training

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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High COVID-19 Community Level in Delaware County

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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Stop the Bleed Training

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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COVID-19 Vaccine

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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Park Look Lock

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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Protect Your Skin this Summer

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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COVID-19 Vaccine

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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Have a Poultry Farm or Backyard Flock

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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High COVID-19 Community Level in Delaware County

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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High COVID-19 Community Level in Delaware County

February 3, 2022 in News, Public Health

Delaware County COVID-19 Stats Update

Please make note of the recent COVID-19 statistics for Delaware County. Our providers and staff are here for you. If you have any questions regarding COVID-19 or the vaccine options, please call your trusted primary care provider. Find vaccine resources at regmedctr.org/covid-vaccine-update....

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High COVID-19 Community Level in Delaware County

January 27, 2022 in News, Public Health

Delaware County COVID-19 Stats Update

We bring you the COVID-19 stats for Delaware County. Put your trust in us, your local healthcare provider. If you have any questions regarding COVID-19 and the vaccinations, don’t hesitate to talk to your trusted primary care provider. Find vaccine resources at regmedctr.org/covid-vaccine-update....

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