Call for Entries for 2008 Vision Awards
NHPS is seeking nominations for its third Vision Awards, presented to two programs, one in Delaware and one from outside of Delaware, which demonstrate excellence in child health promotion and disease prevention.
New Nutritional Guidelines for Child Care
Together with Delaware’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), NHPS is providing this best practice nutrition guide to help young children develop healthy eating habits.
Save the Date for 2008 Nemours Conference
The Nemours Conference on Child Health Promotion: Advocacy, Policy, and Progress in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity will take place on Oct. 23 and 24 in Wilmington, Del.
May is Delaware Bike Month
Join Delaware legislators for a 56-mile Bike to Work Ride on May 14. Enjoy some refreshments at the NHPS post-ride table.
Nemours to Sponsor Run One for Fun Kids Run
In conjunction with the Delaware Marathon, the Run One for Fun Kids Race will take place on Saturday, May 17. NHPS and the A.I. duPont Hospital for Children are proud sponsors.
Nemours Health and Prevention Services (NHPS)
Nemours Health and Prevention Services (NHPS), based in Newark, Delaware, works with families and community partners to help children grow up healthy. Our goal is to drive long-term changes in policies and practices promoting child health and leverage community strengths and resources to have the greatest impact on the most children.
One of our initial areas of emphasis is childhood obesity prevention through the promotion of healthy lifestyles. The centerpiece of our efforts is 5-2-1-Almost None.
Andre, Brian, Jada and Min -- four ordinary kids from Delaware -- sailing on a pirate ship through a world turning to junk food. On their voyage, they learn to appreciate the importance of eating right and physical activity. Their exciting tale is captured in the Adventures of the Mighty Timoneers!
NHPS and Delaware State Parks are working together to increase physical activity opportunities for children and families. We are co-sponsoring the Trail Challenge, which supports the 5-2-1-Almost None healthy lifestyle. Read More> 
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