Wilmington Hospital

07/15/2026

Extreme heat is expected across Delaware over the next few days. If you don't have access to air conditioning, don't wait until you feel sick—know where you can go to cool down.

Delaware residents can find cooling centers and heat relief resources by:
📞 Calling 2-1-1 in Delaware
📱 Texting your ZIP code to 898-211
💻 Visiting the 211 website: https://ow.ly/Ocey50ZiSI8

Delaware 211 can connect you with cooling centers and other heat-relief resources available throughout New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties. Resource availability may change based on weather conditions, so it's a good idea to check before you go.

🌡️ Remember the signs of heat-related illness:
💧 Heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating, dizziness, weakness, nausea, headache or cool, clammy skin.
🚨 Heat stroke: A body temperature of 103°F or higher, confusion, hot or dry skin, fainting or loss of consciousness. Heat stroke is a medical emergency—call 911 immediately.

Please check on older adults, young children, neighbors, and anyone without reliable air conditioning. Staying cool could save a life.

07/01/2026

Extreme heat is expected across Delaware from now through the holiday weekend. If you don't have access to air conditioning, don't wait until you feel sick—know where you can go to cool down.

Delaware residents can find cooling centers and heat relief resources by:
📞 Calling 2-1-1 in Delaware
📱 Texting your ZIP code to 898-211
💻 Visiting https://ow.ly/hjq750ZiSIw

Delaware 211 can connect you with cooling centers and other heat relief resources available throughout New Castle, Kent and Sussex counties. Resource availability may change based on weather conditions, so it's a good idea to check before you go.

🌡️ Remember the signs of heat-related illness:
💧 Heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating, dizziness, weakness, nausea, headache or cool, clammy skin.
🚨 Heat stroke: A body temperature of 103°F or higher, confusion, hot or dry skin, fainting or loss of consciousness. Heat stroke is a medical emergency—call 911 immediately.

Please check on older adults, young children, neighbors, and anyone without reliable air conditioning. Staying cool could save a life.

06/17/2026

Our community is mourning a tragic shooting that occurred earlier today at our Wilmington Hospital campus. The situation has been resolved, and the campus is now open, safe and secure with no ongoing threat to patients, caregivers or visitors.

Wilmington Hospital is open and fully operational.

We are tremendously grateful for the professionalism and courage shown by our caregivers, who continued to put our patients and community first during a difficult situation. We deeply appreciate our partners at the Wilmington Police Department, our first responders, and our ChristianaCare Public Safety team. And as always, we thank our community for patience, trust and support.

06/16/2026

Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred at ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital campus. We ask that friends and family members of patients, please do not come to the campus at this time to allow time for police to do their investigation. The campus is on shut down.

We are working closely with law enforcement and taking all appropriate steps to ensure the safety of our patients, caregivers and visitors.

At this time, we are actively gathering information and will provide updates as soon as more details are confirmed.

Our priority remains the safety and well-being of everyone on our campus and the continuity of care for our patients.

06/04/2026

Visitors and caregivers at Wilmington Hospital were treated to a wonderful steel drum performance this afternoon by our First State School students, an over-20-year tradition!

They played popular hits on steel drums, an instrument that originated in Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean. Our middle and high school students were excited to show off their hard work over the past two semesters.

The First State School gives children and adolescents who would otherwise be homebound with serious illnesses, such as sickle-cell anemia and cancer, the chance to attend school with their peers while they get the treatment they need.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/vK6v50Sb4yU

06/01/2026

Recently, we celebrated National Police and Public Safety Week by recognizing outstanding members of our Public Safety, EMS, and Emergency Communications teams at our Wilmington campus.

These dedicated caregivers work around the clock to help keep our patients, visitors, and fellow caregivers safe while providing critical emergency response and support services throughout our health system.

Thank you to all of our Public Safety officers, EMS professionals, and emergency dispatchers for your commitment, professionalism, and service to our neighbors every day. We are grateful for all you do to help advance the health and well-being of our communities.

05/29/2026

Recently, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer honored Dr. LeRoi Hicks, president of ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital, with a proclamation and certificate of honor recognizing his exceptional leadership, compassion, and service to the people of Delaware.

The recognition reflects Dr. Hicks’ extraordinary contributions during his 12 years at ChristianaCare, where he has served in numerous leadership roles and helped shape Wilmington Hospital into a place where patients, caregivers, and community members feel supported, valued, and cared for.

From advancing clinical excellence and health equity to leading with compassion and purpose, Dr. Hicks has made a lasting impact on our organization and the communities we serve.

This summer, Dr. Hicks will begin a new chapter as executive vice president and chief executive officer of the American College of Physicians, the nation’s largest medical specialty organization.

Thank you, Dr. Hicks, for your unwavering dedication, visionary leadership, and commitment to improving the health of our neighbors. Congratulations on this incredible honor, and best wishes in your new role! 👏

05/20/2026

Thank you to Wilmington Hospital for the opportunity to present Foundations’ programs over breakfast. It was a pleasure meeting such a welcoming and dedicated team, your commitment to patient care truly stands out.

We’re grateful for the chance to connect and look forward to the possibility of working together to better support the needs of patients in the community.

03/21/2026

Happy World Down Syndrome Day! 💙💛 Today we celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and promote inclusion, acceptance, and opportunity for all.

At ChristianaCare, our Center for Special Health Care Needs provides coordinated, compassionate care for children and adults with Down syndrome and other complex or chronic health conditions. Our multidisciplinary team works with patients and families to support health, development, and quality of life at every stage.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/c2xm50Yx12B

03/19/2026

Big news worth celebrating! 🎉

ChristianaCare’s Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital has been recognized by Newsweek as the #1 rehabilitation center in Delaware — a powerful reflection of the care, expertise and heart our team brings every day.

Behind this recognition are the patients who inspire us and the caregivers who are committed to helping people recover, rebuild and return to what matters most. With growing services and the ability to care for increasingly complex needs, the Center continues to deliver exceptional outcomes and an outstanding patient experience.

From first steps after injury or illness to life-changing milestones, our team is honored to be part of each patient’s journey. 💙

Congratulations to everyone who makes this level of care possible — you make a difference every single day.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/hzol50YwgMx

For the third year in a row, the ChristianaCare Center for Rehabilitation at Wilmington Hospital has been named one of the nation’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers by Newsweek. The CARF-accredited center was also ranked as the top inpatient rehabilitation facility in Delaware for the third ti...