A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold.
A diagnosis with coronavirus 229E, NL63, OC43, or HKU1 is not the same as a COVID-19 diagnosis. Patients with COVID-19 will be evaluated and cared for differently than patients with common coronavirus diagnosis.
To date, Delaware:
The Delaware Division of Public Health has a strong relationship with hospitals, EMS, and first responder agencies through its partnership with the state’s Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS). Staff have been holding regular calls with hospitals, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), DSHS and EMS agencies.
The DPH recommends everyday measures that people can take to prevent the spread of all infections, which would also slow the spread of coronavirus disease:
Information from the Delaware Health and Social Services and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
As Delaware faces a $450 million dollar budget deficit, lawmakers on the Joint Finance Committee were presented with a new budget proposal that severely slashes spending due to uncertainties and revenue loss tied to the coronavirus pandemic.
Robin Henry of New Castle, stood up for the first time on her own last week at Wilmington Hospital--to the sound of cheers--for what may have been one of the most monumental moments of her life: she defeated COVID-19.
Delaware's sights are set on June 15th as the planned beginning for Phase II of reopening following the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
There were 80 new novel coronavirus COVID-19 cases on the backs of 1,615 new test results reported Tuesday.
Delaware's reopening plan just hit Phase 1 on Monday, but Governor John Carney said he's also thinking ahead to what could happen if the coronavirus turns more aggressive in a second round later this year.
Restaurants in Delaware on Monday, June 1, 2020, were able to slowly emerge from their more than ten week hibernation as the result of coronavirus restrictions put into place by Governor John Carney in mid-March.
Testing for novel coronavirus COVID-19 at Wilmington's high-rise buildings will begin Tuesday in an effort reach more of the city's vulnerable populations, officials announced Monday.
Presidential hopeful Joe Biden vowed to address institutional racism in his first 100 days in office, if elected.
Hospitalizations from novel coronavirus COVID-19 continued to decrease in Delaware, public health officials announced Monday.
While Delaware was initially set to enter Phase I of its reopening plan Monday, establishments cleared to invite customers back may be considering whether or not to open safely in light of recent unrest across the country as protesters take to the streets.
All of us are carefully cleaning surfaces to kill the novel coronavirus, but one surface that probably doesn't get attention is your outdoor trash can.
Delaware Tech is the recipient of a $300,000 grant school officials said will help assuage the effects of the coronavirus lockdown.
The number of people in Delaware hospitalized by COVID-19 continues to fall - down to its lowest level since the state started tracking the number.
You may not know her name, but she's a healthcare trailblazer who's retiring after nearly 44 years, leaving a legacy that'll help keep you safe.
Two state representatives are asking you to give to help Delaware's most COVID-19-vulnerable residents this week.
A federal judge has denied an emergency attempt to stop limits on religious services in Delaware, issued by Governor John Carney, tied to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Talley Day bark park will reopen to humans and their dogs Monday at 8 a.m. as the state enters Phase 1 of reopening.
While houses of worship can now hold in-person services, restricted at 30 percent capacity, many have continued online, virtual services to keep the faithful fulfilled.
Officials issued guidance Friday regarding the permission for summer camps, summer schools, and playgrounds in the First State to play a role in Phase II of Delaware's reopening.
As Delaware slowly moves through the steps for its rolling reopening of the economy and all the institutions closed amid the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, among the bars, restaurants, and shops, people will also begin heading back to court.
Anyone who wants to can get tested for COVID-19, for free, next week at various sites in New Castle County.
Wilmington City Council approved a revised $163.5 million budget Thursday night for Fiscal Year 2021 that begins on July 1.
A seventh inmate at James T. Vaughn Prison near Smyrna has died while fighting COVID-19, according to the Delaware Department of Correction.
Opening a new restaurant right now, might be considered madness. And it is! Teriyaki Madness to be specific.
The coronavirus pandemic has led to a different way of life for many of us as required social distancing has created heartache for families during both times of sorrow and times of joy.
There was a single new death reported by Delaware's public health officials Thursday as "active" COVID-19 cases and total hospitalizations again decreased day-to-day, and full recoveries surpassed the 5,000 mark.
Despite increased access to unemployment insurance for those traditionally exempt from the funds--and a slight increase in initial claims last week following six weeks of decreasing initial claims--claims this week decreased yet again to their lowest point since the start of the pandemic.
As Delawareans, in some sectors, prepare to go back to work in Phase 1 of reopening, which begins June 1, 2020, some employers are being urged by the state to stand up testing options for employees, based on risk and possible exposure to COVID-19.
Delaware has had Olympic-sized success in swimming over the years, but as the state prepares to enter Phase 1 of its reopening plan on June 1, swim teams remain dried up.
Delaware's community pools were eligible to open last Friday for Memorial Day weekend, but Wilmington still isn't sure if the city's will open at all in 2020.
The YMCA of Delaware has announced its latest nutrition distribution calendar, times of operation, and locations.
Campgrounds at Delaware State Parks will become available for rent on June 1 as Delaware lifts its ban on short-term rentals.
Superintendent of the Delaware State Police Col. Nathaniel McQueen Jr. was unanimously confirmed during a virtual state Senate hearing as the new Secretary of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
A lawsuit challenging the governor's ban on short-term rentals as part of coronavirus restrictions will go forward, despite the ban being lifted June 1, 2020.
Disney World will reopen its gates, ending a multi-month closure of the park that left the Walt Disney Company reeling.
There were only 30 new positive novel coronavirus COVID-19 cases, in part due to a lag in processing due to the holiday weekend, reported by the Delaware Division of Public Health Wednesday.
"That one conversation might be the thing that changes their life."
New Castle County Council spent nearly two hours to mostly take out one word from two parts of legislation connected to the CARES Act.
From hoping they'd work together to asking for the lion's share, the tides appear to have shifted in discussions between the state and New Castle County over federal CARES Act funding for coronavirus expenditures.
"Customers are not going to come back unless they feel safe and confident that they're not going to be exposed to the virus," said Governor John Carney on Tuesday. "I know our business sector partners really understand that and appreciate that."
"I come to you today really pretty excited and pleased with what I saw over Memorial Day weekend," said Governor John Carney Tuesday afternoon. "I went down to Rehoboth [Beach] to see firsthand the situation on the ground, and the boardwalk and beach in Rehoboth, and then in Lewes and Cape H…
A pair of troops within the Girl Scouts of Chesapeake Bay made an epic delivery of cookies to the healthcare workers at ChristianaCare on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
Delaware's 'active' novel coronavirus COVID-19 cases dropped almost another dozen Tuesday as the state gets ready for a series of sweeping restriction dismissals come June 1st's Phase I reopening plan.
Delaware is moving to make summer a little more fun in the wake of a global pandemic with the sweeping lifting of a number of restrictions.
Mandatory COVID-19 testing for staff is coming to long-term care centers after universal, voluntary testing initially saw weak results.
The mix of ugly weather and COVID-19 restrictions made a grey combination for visitors and businesses alike at the Delaware beaches on Memorial Day.
Governor John Carney held a coronavirus briefing from Lewes on Memorial Day to say he was "impressed" with the way Delaware's beaches and beachgoers handled the reopening over the holiday weekend.
Delaware continues to see a decline in the number of people hospitalized from COVID-19, but there has also been a corresponding increase in the number of fatalities.
At a glance, it may look like many Americans have forgotten about the dangers of coronavirus.
On this 62nd day of Delaware's stay-at-home order, the state continues to see progress in the fight against COVID-19.
Places of worship can now hold their religious services outdoors with no restrictions on gatherings or the ages of participants.
Delawareans who experience these symptoms and have reason to believe they may have been exposed to novel coronavirus COVID-19 should contact the dedicated Delaware corona virus call center at 1.866.408.1899 or the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) Office of Infectious Disease Epidemiology at 1.888.295.5156.
The clinical spectrum of COVID-19 ranges from mild disease with non-specific signs and symptoms of acute respiratory illness, to severe pneumonia with respiratory failure and septic shock. There have also been reports of asymptomatic infection with COVID-19.
The novel coronavirus COVID-19 is causing all kinds of disruptions to the previous normalcy of daily life. Here, WDEL will try to maintain an updating list of businesses and events affected by the virus.
NOW OPEN IN DELAWARE o Retail storesand shopping malls - at 30% capacity o Restaurants - at 30% capacity (not including outdoor seating). Reservations required. o Hair salons and barbershops - at 30% capacity o Gyms and exercise facilities - at 30% capacity o Ice cream shops and trucks - with restrictions o Casinos - at 30% capacity o Farmers Markets - with restrictions o Museums, Galleries, Historical Attractions and Libraries can reopen, with capacity restrictions. o Delaware Beaches - Beach-goers required to be at least 6 feet between themselves and other parties. Face coverings must be worn on the boardwalk and are encouraged on the beach.Still closed: bars, bowling alleys, tattoo parlors, nail salons
OPENING ON JUNE 8 IN DELAWARE o Tattoo shops - at 30% capacity o Nail salons - at 30% capacity o Massage therapy services - at 30% capacity.
PHASE 2 BEGINS ON JUNE 15 IN DELAWARE o Retail stores and shopping malls - at 60% capacity o Restaurants - at 60% capacity (not including outdoor seating). Reservations required. o Casinos - at 60% capacity o Hair salons and barbershops - at 30% capacity o Gyms and exercise facilities - at 30% capacity o Tattoo shops - at 30% capacity o Nail salons - at 30% capacity o Massage therapy services - at 30% capacity. o Child care services - open to all families o Indoor gathering capacity increases from 10 people to 50
CLOSINGS / CANCELLATIONS / ALTERATIONS Stay-at-home orders remain in effect for: o Pennsylvania (ending June 5) o New Jersey (no end date set) You are permitted to go outside for essential tasks, including getting food, going to the doctor or pharmacy, and exercise. You can go to work if your workplace has been deemed essential and is open. You are required to wear a mask in most public places. Maryland lifted its "Stay at Home" order, replacing it with a "Safer at Home" advisory. Retail stores, barbershops, salons, car washes and worship services can resume at 50% capacity. CANCELLATIONS The St. Anthony’s Italian Festival in Wilmington has been canceled. The Wilmington Greek Festival is canceled. Wilmington's Clifford Brown Jazz Festival has been canceled. Firefly Music Festival is cancelled this year. Organizers say due to the safety and health of our fans, staff, and community—it was the best decision during these “unprecedented times” Anyone with a ticket for this summer’s concert can get a full refund or transfer their tickets to the 20-21 event. The Special Olympics Delaware has cancelled its 2020 Summer Games due to the pandemic. The DFRC Blue Gold All-Star Football Game has been canceled. The Wilmington Grand Opera House, Baby Grand, Playhouse Theater and Delaware Theater Company are postponing upcoming performances. The annual Ocean City (MD) Air Show is postponed. The Miss Delaware pageant has been cancelled. Milford is canceling this year's Summer Concerts. 4th of July fireworks cancelled for: o Newark o Rehoboth Beach o Bethany Beach 4th of July fireworks in Lewes have been moved to Labor Day. The Delaware Shakespeare Summer Festival is being canceled. Originally scheduled to begin July 17 at Rockwood Park, this summer's production of "The Tempest" will be postponed until next summer. The Delaware State Fair is still on as scheduled (July 23 to Aug 1), but entertainment at the grandstand is cancelled. The annual Kennett Square Mushroom Festival, scheduled for September, has been cancelled.
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