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We Work for Health | Delaware Raising awareness among policymakers, key opinion leaders and the media of the significant social and

Delaware’s biopharmaceutical companies stand together with our business and community partners to educate elected leaders on critical public policy issues that allow our sector, and the surrounding community, to thrive, so that together we:

• Foster an environment for increased economic development and serve as a positive economic driver for the state of Delaware.
• Lead in the research and deve

lopment of new cures that make a difference in the quality of life for millions of Americans.
• Can invest effectively in our communities, our patients, our employees and our business and community partners.
• Provide access to products and services that can improve the health and quality of life for patients in Delaware, across the country, and around the world.
• Demonstrate good corporate citizenship and contribute to an increased quality of life across our state, and in our local communities. We Work for Health of Delaware believes everyone should have access to products and services that can improve their health and quality of life.

May is Cystic fibrosis awareness! “There are close to 40,000 children and adults living with cystic fibrosis in the Unit...
05/09/2026

May is Cystic fibrosis awareness! “There are close to 40,000 children and adults living with cystic fibrosis in the United States” Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Let’s continue to educate ourselves on this complex disease.

May is ALS awareness month. Spread the word, educate yourselves and others, and get involved!
05/08/2026

May is ALS awareness month. Spread the word, educate yourselves and others, and get involved!

May is ALS Awareness Month, and you can make a difference. This month, we will highlight facts about ALS, recent scientific breakthroughs, and vital public policy initiatives. We will shine a light on the invaluable care service programs provided by ALS United Mid-Atlantic and the impact they have on patients and families.

To learn how you can get involved during ALS Awareness Month, visit: https://alsmidatlantic.org/als-awareness-month/

Some breakthroughs don’t make headlines—but they change lives.In this thoughtful piece, Alexander Ciccone highlights a c...
05/08/2026

Some breakthroughs don’t make headlines—but they change lives.

In this thoughtful piece, Alexander Ciccone highlights a challenge that often gets overlooked: patients with rare diseases are still waiting for the same urgency, investment, and innovation that more common conditions receive.

As the conversation around drug pricing and policy continues, it’s worth asking how we ensure that progress reaches everyone—especially those with the rarest conditions.

Read more: https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2026/05/rare_disease_patients_deserve_cures_too.html
Alexander Ciccone, American Thinker

Join AIDS Delaware in their spring bingo!
05/07/2026

Join AIDS Delaware in their spring bingo!

Spring Bingo: Everything You Need to Know!

Date: May 17, 2026
Location: Mill Creek Fire Company’s Chambers Memorial Hall 3900 Kirkwood Highway,
Wilmington, DE 19808
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Games Begin: 6:00 PM

Online ticket sales are still available, and tickets can also be purchased at the door. Both cash and card are accepted. Tickets Here: https://tinyurl.com/42zxd3sp

Co-Host: The Rainbow Chorale of Delaware, featuring a special performance

Drag Queen Hosts: Aya Lyner & Amethyst Diamond

Bingo Callers: Eric Morrison, 27th District State Representative, and Rep. Cyndie Romer, Delaware’s 25th House District

Food & Concessions:
Feel free to bring your own food, or bring cash to enjoy items from our concessions stand.

50/50 Raffle:
Don’t miss your chance to win big. Past prizes have exceeded $1,000.

Please Note:
All proceeds benefit statewide HIV/AIDS services and support the positive face of the LGBTQ community. In accordance with Delaware state law, you must be 18 years old to play and 14 years old to enter the building. Alcohol is not permitted on the premises during the event.

Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
Become a 2026 Spring or Halloween Bingo sponsor to honor a loved one, promote your business, or celebrate a special occasion. Contact Mercades Allison at [email protected] to get involved.

Progress for rare disease patients depends on thoughtful policy and a continued commitment to innovation.A recent piece ...
05/07/2026

Progress for rare disease patients depends on thoughtful policy and a continued commitment to innovation.

A recent piece from the National Taxpayers Union offers a perspective on how pricing policies can influence the future of treatment development—especially for patients still waiting on breakthroughs.

From the article:
“Penalizing pharmaceutical research isn’t just fiscally irresponsible—it’s a betrayal of the 30 million Americans suffering from rare diseases.”

As conversations around affordability continue, it’s important to also consider how we support the discovery of new and expanded treatments. Patients with rare diseases deserve both access today and hope for tomorrow.

Alexander Ciccone at American Thinker: "Rare Disease Patients Deserve Cures, Too”
Alexander Ciccone is the Policy and Government Affairs Manager for the National Taxpayers Union

Read the full article here: https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2026/05/rare_disease_patients_deserve_cures_too.html

Spreading the word on National Women’s Health Month!!
05/06/2026

Spreading the word on National Women’s Health Month!!

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Treatment for alcohol use disorder varies based on a person’s needs. There are many choices today that make possible. Visit samhsa.gov/find-help if you or someone you know.

Register today!
05/06/2026

Register today!

Delaware is at an important moment. For policymakers and the business community, the path forward is clear: support policies that modernize the economy and attract investment, while avoiding proposals that limit competition and increase costs.

At our End-of-Session Policy Conference on May 20, hear directly from Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola and Speaker of the House Melissa Minor-Brown as they share insights on legislative priorities ahead of adjournment.

Register: https://web.dscc.com/atlas/events/end-of-session-policy-conference-3315/details

It was a pleasure to attend The Mental Health Association in Delaware special event! In the room with so many incredible...
05/06/2026

It was a pleasure to attend The Mental Health Association in Delaware special event! In the room with so many incredible people making a difference for those who are struggling with mental health illness. A special proclamation was announced by the Lt. governor May is officially in Delaware!

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