WILMINGTON, Del. — Governor Matt Meyer joined the Delaware Prosperity Partnership (DPP) today to announce Innovate Delaware, a new statewide initiative to serve as a central hub to support innovators and better connect them to existing partners and opportunities up and down Delaware.

"ThThese collaborative investments support projects such as green space goals, community home repair, economic development initiatives, and housing for seniorsese investments help to build thriving communities through a collaborative, place-based, and community-driven approach,” said Kate Dupont Phillips, Executive Director of Healthy Communities Delaware. “We support our community-based partners to improve the Vital Conditions that all people need to thrive and reach their full potential – reliable transportation, lifelong learning, a thriving natural world, basic needs for health and safety, humane housing, belonging and civic muscle, and meaningful work and wealth.”

The Physical Activity, Nutrition, and Obesity Prevention Program (PANO) of the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) brought together hundreds of leaders, advocates, and practitioners for its fourth annual Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Conference, on June 4, at the Bally’s Dover Casino Resort. It was a full day focused on a shared goal

For years, Kyle Faye treated his patients with high blood pressure the traditional way: Measure their blood pressure, prescribe lifestyle changes and often medication, and hope they followed his instructions.https://www.heart.org/en/news/2026/05/29/how-community-based-care-is-helping-people-control-high-blood-pressure

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) is announcing the 28 businesses and organizations receiving more than $700,000 in grants through the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Program (DGI/FSFSP). This program is designed to expand access to healthy, affordable food in Delaware communities currently identified as food deserts or at risk of becoming food deserts.https://news.delaware.gov/2026/05/29/28-delaware-organizations-receive-grants-to-improve-food-access/

Free screenings, education events offered for public housing residents

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Milford stands out with recognized care, despite statewide heart health challenges

Health care costs are rising, straining employers and employees. With premiums exceeding $25,000 in 2024, employers can help by promoting preventive care, primary care visits, and programs like diabetes prevention and cancer screenings. Simple measures like covering blood pressure cuffs or offering paid time off for screenings can foster healthier workforces and reduce costs. Prioritizing health is essential for managing expenses.