Posts Tagged ‘health’
Del. Legislation Seeks To ban Single-Use Plastic Coffee Stirrers, Polystyrene Containers At Restaurants
Delaware restaurants would be prohibited from serving ready-to-eat food in polystyrene containers, under legislation that has been approved in the State Senate. Polystyrene is best known as…
Read MoreVIDEO | Md. Transitions To COVIDReady Maryland Long-Term Preparation Plan
Maryland now has a long-term plan to minimize the risk of COVID-19, transitioning from an emergency health response into an ongoing operation of state government.
Governor Larry Hogan…
Md. Health Department Reports 2022’s 1st Heat-Related Death
A 65-year-old man who lived in Baltimore County has died of heat-related causes, according to the Maryland Department of Health.
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Read MoreCode Orange Air Quality Action Day For Del. Tuesday
Today (Tuesday, May 31st) will be a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for Delaware.
Sunshine, soaring temperatures and southwesterly winds are expected to combine to generate ozone…
Del. Public Health Emergency Order Extended For 30 Days
Delaware’s Public Health Emergency order has been extended for another 30 days.
Governor John Carney has taken the action to allow the State of Delaware and…
Del. Bill Proposes “Green Amendment” In State Constitution
Delawareans would have a constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment, under legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly.
The constitutional Green Amendment would add language to…
Wicomico Co. Addresses Addiction, Overdose Challenges
Wicomico County is staying vigilant in its efforts to address the opioid epidemic, as local overdose numbers rise.
The local health department, the Opioid Intervention Team, elected officials…
Del. Students Encouraged To Get Tested For COVID-19 This Spring
Delaware Public Health and the Department of Education are encouraging students to be tested for COVID-19 after the upcoming Easter and spring break.
Most schools are off during…
DPH Reports Delaware’s 1st Flu-Related Death Of Current Flu Season
Delaware Public Health is reporting the first confirmed flu-related death of the current influenza season.
A 54-year-old Kent County woman who became infected with Influenza A died in…
Del. Takes Applications For Water Infrastructure Loans, Grants
Delaware state agencies will start to accept applications for loan or grant moneyand wastewater system improvements, according to Governor John Carney.
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Read MoreDHSS Offers Naloxone Training This Month In Sussex Co.
Free training in the use of Naloxone, a medication proven effective in reversing the effects of an opioid overdose, will be offered in Delaware this month and…
Read MoreUpdate: Del. School Mask Mandate, State of Emergency End At 6:00 p.m. Tue.
PFAS Found In Untreated Well Water Across Del., Says USGS
Contaminants known as PFAS have been found to be widely distributed in untreated well water in Delaware, with the highest number of types of chemicals in Sussex…
Read MoreGov. Hogan Seeks To End Md. School Mask Mandate
Governor Larry Hogan Thursday called upon the Maryland State Board of Education to rescind the school mask policy.
In a letter…
Read MoreBeebe Healthcare Revises Patient Visitation Policies
Beebe Healthcare is revising its visitation guidelines, with extended hours available for one “well visitor” at the Margaret H. Rollins Campus in Lewes.
Md. House GOP Members Press For End To School Mask Mandate
Maryland State House Republicans want to accelerate the lifting of a mask requirement in schools.
The state Board of Education is…
Read MoreDel. COVID-19 State of Emergency Revised, Extended
Delaware Governor John Carney has formally extended the COVID-19 State of Emergency, as required for it to remain in effect for another 30 days.
Revised Del. Paid Family & Medical Leave Bill Introduced
A revised version of a bill that would make paid family and medical leave available for working Delaware families has been introduced in the General Assembly.
Del. Tech Tightens COVID-19 Vax Requirements; Policy Draws Criticism
Delaware Technical Community College is revamping its COVID-19 vaccination policy for its new semesters that start later this year – a policy that is drawing criticism and…
Read MoreLewes Mayor Recovering From Heart Surgery
Lewes Mayor Ted Becker has been convalescing in Washington D.C. after undergoing open heart surgery about a month ago.
According to…
Read MoreStaying Safe On The Job In Frigid Conditions: Guidance From OSHA
Even when temperatures drop well below freezing, some jobs still have to get done.
Employers have a responsibility to keep their…
Read MoreVIDEO | Md. Expands Testing, Mask Distribution, Nursing Home Protection Measures
Maryland is taking new action to protect residents and staff at nursing homes and minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19. The state plans to open five…
Read MoreNew COVID-19 Tests, Testing Opportunities Available On Eastern Shore
The Health Departments of Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester Counties are making COVID-19 tests available by appointment, and will make at-home test kits available through local libraries. Supplies,…
Read MoreMd. To Require Masks Indoors At State Agencies In Public, Shared Spaces
Maryland state employees and visitors to state buildings and leased spaces will be required to wear a face covering in all public or shared spaces.
Del. State Parks Invite You To Take A Hike Jan. 1st
Delaware State Parks will offer a total of 17 First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day, as part of a national movement sponsored by America’s State Parks…
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