Health Pandemics

Latest updates on COVID-19 here in Delaware are on the DHSS Coronavirus Website (link opens in new tab).

You can prepare for a public health emergency or a pandemic. Important information is available through the Delaware Office of Preparedness (link opens in new tab).

Limit the spread of germs and prevent infection
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick, too.
- If possible, stay home from work and school and postpone errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
- Wash your hands often. It will help protect you from germs.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
- Practice other good health habits.
- Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.
Preparing your home
- Periodically check your regular prescription drugs to ensure a continuous supply in your home.
- Have any nonprescription drugs and other health supplies on hand, including pain relievers, stomach remedies, cough and cold medicines, fluids with electrolytes, and vitamins.
- Talk with family members and loved ones about how they would be cared for if they got sick and what would be needed to care for them in your home.
Additional resources
- Latest updates on COVID-19 here in Delaware are on the DHSS Coronavirus Website (link opens in new tab)
- Delaware Health Alerts (link opens in new tab)
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention Resources for Pandemic Flu (link opens in new tab)
- Flu.gov (link opens in new tab)

Health Pandemics

Limit the spread of germs and prevent infection

Preparing your home

Additional resources