Kisa eta a ap fè pou ogmante ekite nan distribisyon vaksen yo?
Okòmansman, DPH ak Gwoup Konsiltatif sou Etik Medikal Sante Piblik Delaware a (Gwoup Etik) te egzamine lis CDC a sou gwoup popilasyon ki priyorize yo epi detèmine alokasyon ak distribisyon vaksen an(yo). Rekòmandasyon Gwoup Etik la te fèt sou baz ki gwoup ki plis arisk akoz fason viris la transmèt (kontak pwòch, etablisman enteryè yo), […]
Read MorePoukisa y ap mande m ras/gwoup etnik mwen nan anrejistreman pou vaksen mwen an?
Li enpòtan pou moun yo ranpli seksyon sou ras ak gwoup etnik yo nan anrejistreman pou vaksen an, oswa fòmilè vaksinasyon an, sèlman pou asire ke popilasyon Moun Delaware k ap pran vaksen an reflete divèsite eta nou an. Ranpli enfòmasyon sa yo se fason nou mezire si n ap rive sou tout abitan Delaware […]
Read MoreDo I have to wear a mask?
Individuals aged Kindergarten and up are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering while visiting any indoor business or space open to the public in compliance with CDC guidelines and recommendations, but there are some exceptions where masks are still required. Unvaccinated individuals and children aged kindergarten and up not eligible for the vaccine should […]
Read MoreDo you have to register for events? Will registration or getting a vaccine potentially affect your immigration status?
The Division of Public Health (DPH) offers a variety of vaccination options. We have expanded vaccination clinics and events held in communities. Most vaccination events do not require an appointment, and you can walk-up to receive your vaccine. Photo ID is not required in all circumstances to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. You will receive a […]
Read MoreWhy can’t we turn down testing efforts and ramp up vaccination efforts?
As vaccine supply has increased, the State has ramped up vaccination efforts. The vaccination program is open to all Delawareans 12+. It’s important that we continue the mitigation methods we know that work as we get people vaccinated including wearing a mask, washing your hands, continuing to social distance, and getting tested. To find the […]
Read MoreWhat is the state doing to increase equity in distribution of vaccinations?
Initially, DPH and the Delaware Public Health Medical Ethics Advisory Group (Ethics Group) reviewed the CDC list of prioritized population groups to determine allocation and distribution of vaccine(s). The Ethics Group recommendations were made based on which groups are most at risk due to how the virus is transmitted (close contact, indoor facilities), the severity […]
Read MoreWhy can’t I find my second dose? I got my first dose at a pharmacy and they’ve canceled my appointment/ told me they have no doses left?
Due to limited supply of the vaccine, a pharmacy may have to cancel your appointment if they do not have the vaccine in stock as they hoped when they originally scheduled it. Most pharmacies are calling customers back when they have their next vaccine delivery. You should expect to receive your second dose in the […]
Read MoreWhy am I being asked my race/ethnicity on my vaccine registration?
It’s important for individuals to complete race and ethnicity sections of the vaccination registration, or immunization form, only to ensure that the population of Delawareans being vaccinated reflects the diversity of our state. Completing this information is how we measure whether we are reaching all Delawareans.
Read MoreWhat happens if a student tests positive?
If the student tests positive after an antigen test, the student would be isolated and sent home. The student should seek a confirmatory PCR test in the community to occur within 48 hours. The student should remain in isolation until the test results are confirmed. If the PCR test is POSITIVE, the student is considered […]
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for disposal of the swabs and test cartridges?
According to the Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), schools generating waste as a result of on-site rapid antigen testing for the COVID-19 virus will need to manage all waste from suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patient specimens and kit components as infectious waste. More information about the specific items considered to be […]
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