Welcome to the Delaware County Health Department website

Announcement! DCHD recently hosted its Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) kick-off event with community partners at the Keystone Wellness and Opportunity Center in Yeadon. Guided by the county’s first Community Health Assessment, the goal of the CHIP is to address three of the main priority areas affecting the health of Delaware County. Learn more about the CHIP. VIDEO: Building a Healthier Delaware County: DCHD's CHIP.

Update! STI/HIV testing is now available at DCHD's "Test and Go" kiosk machines. These kiosks also offer a variety of other *free* public health resources. These kiosks offer a lab (PCR) respiratory panel test for COVID-19 and Flu A/B and rapid COVID-19 home (antigen) tests, as well as public health items like Narcan, test strips, condoms, feminine hygiene supplies, and first aid kits. More information and where to find a kiosk near you.

New! DCHD is pleased to share its second Delaware County Childhood Lead Surveillance Report. For more information on lead poisoning, prevention, and testing visit our lead poisoning page.

New! DCHD is pleased to share its 2024 Annual Report, which highlights significant public health strides across the county.