Delaware Public Health District

Delaware Public Health District The Delaware Public Health District is located in Delaware County, Ohio

Delaware Public Health District Social Media Comment Policy:

The Delaware Public Health District welcomes comments on its social media pages, but expects that user comments will be respectful of others and shall not contain any “Prohibited Content” as defined in this Policy. These accounts are actively moderated and may be subject to “Community Standards” as determined and enforced by the social-media provider on whose website the account resides. The Delaware Public Health District does not control the social-media providers’ enforcement actions and, therefore, disclaims any responsibility for the social-media providers’ enforcement actions, whether active or passive. By posting a comment to the Delaware Public Health District’s page or any social media platform, the user agrees that he/she has read and understands this Policy, that he/she will not post content identified by this policy as “Prohibited Content,” and that the Delaware Public Health District may remove any and all posted comments which the Delaware Public Health District, in its sole discretion, deems to contain “Prohibited Content.”

Comments that contain any of the following “Prohibited Content” will be deleted:

• Libelous or defamatory statements.

• Obscene and/or profane statements.

• Threats of violence, harm, or intention to inflict such violence or harm against another person or entity.

• Statements that violate another’s copyright or intellectual property rights.

• Suggests or encourages illegal or otherwise discriminatory activity.

• Spam or malware or items otherwise intended to cause technical disruptions to any website, social media page, or information technology related service.

• Matters unrelated to the business of the Delaware Public Health District.

• Statements that violate any local, state, federal, and/or international laws or regulations. Any user who violates this Policy may be subject to having their ability to post on the relevant social media page blocked. If you have any questions or comments about this Policy, please e-mail the Delaware Public Health District at [email protected].

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09/16/2026

Start the conversation. Talking openly about su***de reduces stigma and helps people ask for help. Here is how: samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-about-help

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🚨 September is Emergency Preparedness Month! Are you prepared if an emergency or disaster strikes? Now is the perfect ti...
09/15/2026

🚨 September is Emergency Preparedness Month! Are you prepared if an emergency or disaster strikes? Now is the perfect time to build or refresh your emergency kit.

💧 Water: Store at least 1 gallon of water per person, per day.
🥫 Food: Keep a supply of nonperishable foods and a manual can opener.
💊 Medicine & first aid: Include medications, a first aid kit and other health essentials.
🔦 Emergency tools: Flashlights, batteries, a portable radio and a phone charger/power bank can be lifesavers.
🏠 Shelter in place: Keep plastic sheeting and duct tape on hand to help seal off an area if you need to shelter in place.
🐾 Don’t forget your pets: Have food, water and other pet supplies ready, too.

Take a few minutes this month to prepare today so you’re ready when you need it most!

Some of our staff attended the Commissioner's session last week in support of their proclamation observing September as ...
09/15/2026

Some of our staff attended the Commissioner's session last week in support of their proclamation observing September as National Recovery Month in Delaware County.

25 years later, we remember the lives lost and the families, friends, first responders, and communities forever changed ...
09/11/2026

25 years later, we remember the lives lost and the families, friends, first responders, and communities forever changed by the events of September 11.

Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who responded, remember those we lost, and reflect on the strength and unity that followed.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

🦇 We’ve had bats brought to us in some pretty creative ways recently! If you need to bring a bat to us for testing, plea...
09/10/2026

🦇 We’ve had bats brought to us in some pretty creative ways recently! If you need to bring a bat to us for testing, please call us first at 740-368-1700 and bring the bat in a clear, secure container — like the one shown in the photo.

🦇 We’re also seeing an increase in calls about bats getting into homes. Now is a good time to check your home for ways bats may be getting inside. Look for:

🔎 Holes or gaps around your home
🔎 Missing or damaged shingles
🔎 Gaps around chimneys, vents, windows and doors
🔎 Other openings where a bat could enter

🏠 Make repairs and seal openings to help keep bats out of your home.
🐶🐱 Keep pets current on their rabies vaccinations.

Need help with wildlife removal? Consider contacting an ODNR-licensed wildlife control operator: ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/wildlife-management/nuisance-wildlife

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09/09/2026

Learn the warning signs of su***de for the people in your life, and for yourself. Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; withdrawing from others; talking about having no reason to live: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/warning-signs

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We're partnering with the City of Delaware, Ohio Parks and Recreation and the Delaware County Regional Planning Commissi...
09/09/2026

We're partnering with the City of Delaware, Ohio Parks and Recreation and the Delaware County Regional Planning Commission, to invite community partners and local leaders to join us for a conversation about the future of trails in Delaware County.

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 8:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Delaware Public Health District
470 S. Sandusky St., Delaware, OH

We’ll discuss current and new trail plans, major connections, priority projects, trail gaps, funding opportunities, challenges and solutions, and next steps.

🤝 Bring your ideas and help strengthen trail development and connectivity across Delaware County!

👉 RSVP today by clicking this link: https://forms.delawarehealth.org/Forms/VkWQW

If you have a septic system, do you know how it works and how to properly care for it? Kick off Septic Smart Week by joi...
09/09/2026

If you have a septic system, do you know how it works and how to properly care for it? Kick off Septic Smart Week by joining the National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association (NOWRA) for a FREE webinar for homeowners on Monday, September 14 at 3pm.

The webinar will cover:
🔹 How onsite wastewater systems work
🔹 Proper use and maintenance
🔹 Ways to extend the life of your septic system
🔹 Why septic system care matters for your property and the environment

A little knowledge and routine maintenance can go a long way toward preventing problems and costly repairs!

👉 Register here:
pathlms.com/nowra/courses/292831/webinars/175735

🍽️ September is Food Safety Month! A few simple food safety habits can help protect you and your family from foodborne i...
09/08/2026

🍽️ September is Food Safety Month! A few simple food safety habits can help protect you and your family from foodborne illness. Keep these tips in mind when preparing, cooking, and storing food!

If you think you may have a foodborne illness, report it to us to help us identify potential outbreaks and protect our community:
👉forms.delawarehealth.org/Forms/foodborneillness

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470 South Sandusky Street
Delaware, OH
43015

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