We strive to offer services in support of our Board priorities and our agency mission of fostering, protecting and improving the health of our residents and our community. Appointments are available for most preventative services.
Our staff focuses on preventing chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, stroke and others, and offers technical assistance, coordination of services, programming, policy development and more to ensure that our community is healthy and well.
Our Environmental Health Division consists of a staff of dedicated and professional people who work every day to assure the citizens of the Health District have a safe and healthy environment where they can live, work and play.
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Delaware Public Health District Announces $20,000 in Micro Grant Funding to Promote Healthy Lifestyles
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SAFE Delaware Kicks Off Drive Sober Campaign at Main Street Delaware’s First Friday Event
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Halloween is almost here! Whether you're trick-or-treating, handing out candy, or driving through the neighborhood, a few simple precautions can help keep everyone safe.
Remember these Halloween safety tips:
• Stay home if you're sick.
• Add reflective tape to costumes.
• Carry glow sticks or flashlights.
• Make sure costumes fit properly to prevent trips and falls.
• Throw away suspicious-looking candy.
• Drive extra carefully on trick-or-treat night.
Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy a spooktacular Halloween! 🎃
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Gather all unneeded, unused or expired medications for #DEATakeBackDay this Saturday!
Safely dispose of them at one of the 4,200 drop-off locations to prevent misuse and protect our communities. Find one closest to you by clicking here:
www.dea.gov/takebackday
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One Cup. One Community. One BIG Impact!
We're proud to be part of the Hunger Alliance partnership to help with food insecurity! You can help, too -- join the Can Opener Challenge!🥫 Have you spotted our NEW billboard?! 👀
Check it out on Central Avenue, right by the famous Can Opener Bridge!
We’re challenging Delaware County to THINK OUTSIDE THE CAN and help bridge🌉the gap for individuals and families facing food insecurity! 💚
Through our Can Opener Challenge, your generosity is MATCHED dollar for dollar!
Donate TODAY: united-way-of-delaware-county-2.snwbll.com/2026-can-opener-challenge
💚 Double your dollars.
🥫 Double your impact.
❤️ Help bridge the gap for those facing food insecurity.
#delawarecountyohio #HungerAwareness #GiveBackLocal #canopener
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We're hosting another Drive-Thru Flu/Covid Clinic at Olentangy Berlin High School next week!
📅 Tuesday, Oct. 27
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 3140 Berlin Station Road
📲 Schedule your spot by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting forms.delawarehealth.org/Forms/clinicpublic.
Use code CLINIC2026 when scheduling.
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🏡 Your health starts at home! Small steps can make a big difference in keeping you and your family healthy!
🤧 Stay home when you're sick.
🧼 Wash your hands often with soap and water.
🤧 Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow.
🧽 Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
💨 Improve airflow by bringing in fresh air when possible.
💉 Stay up to date on recommended vaccines.
Taking these simple steps can help prevent the spread of germs and protect those around you. Let’s work together to keep our community healthy!
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