DHSS Press Release |
Date: July 2, 2009 DHSS-57-2009 |
| Rita Landgraf, Secretary Carl Kanefsky, Communications Director (302) 255-9047, Pager Email: carl.kanefsky@state.de.us |
GOVERNOR TO VISIT NEW FARMERS’ MARKET AT LEGISLATIVE MALL
| WHO: | Gov. Jack Markell Secretary Rita Landgraf, Delaware Department of Health and Social Services Secretary Ed Kee, Delaware Department of Agriculture Dr. Karyl Rattay, director of Delaware’s Division of Public Health Michelle Eichinger, physical activity administrator, Delaware Division of Public Health Kelli Steele, marketing communications officer, Delaware Department of Agriculture |
| WHAT: | Gov. Markell will speak at the new farmers’ market designed to make healthy foods from local farmers more available to the community. |
| WHEN: | July 8 at 11 a.m. |
| WHERE: | Legislative Mall Duke of York Street Dover, DE |
Consuming the U.S. Department of Agriculture's recommended daily allowance of around 4 1/2 cups of fruits and vegetables a day lowers the risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Eating more fruits and vegetables also prevents overweight and obesity.
Parking is available in the Public Archives parking lot.
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.
