DHSS Press Release |
Date: September 16, 2003 DHSS-86-2003 |
| Vincent P. Meconi, Secretary Karryl McManus, Deputy Secretary (302) 255-9047, Pager (302) 247-2116 |
Contact: Heidi Truschel-Light Phone: (302) 744-4907 Pager: (302) 247-1560 |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TETANUS SHOTS AVAILABLE SEPT. 17 TO PROTECT EMERGENCY WORKERS
Delaware's Division of Public Health (DPH) will offer tetanus vaccinations on a walk-in basis statewide Sept. 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vaccinations will be provided to first responders and emergency workers who will be involved in hurricane preparation, response and recovery efforts.
First responders and emergency workers are at higher risk for tetanus because they may receive cuts or puncture wounds while working among hurricane debris and floodwater. Tetanus vaccine prevents the infection commonly known as lockjaw that can occur when bacteria enter such wounds.
Tetanus vaccine will be available at the following DPH clinics:
- Georgetown State Service Center, 544 S. Bedford St., Georgetown
- Milford Health Unit, 11-13 N. Church Ave., Milford
- Shipley State Service Center, 350 Virginia Ave., Seaford
- Williams State Service Center, 805 River Rd., Dover
- Middletown Health Center, 214 N. Broad St., Middletown
- Hudson State Service Center, 501 Ogletown Rd., Newark
- Porter State Service Center, 511 W. 8th St., Wilmington
For more information, call DPH at 302-744-4700.
Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
