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Film illustrates link between addictions, mental health
2017-09-28
Strengthening mental health services -
A new Prince Edward Island-made short film speaks to the importance of seeking help as the first step in recovering from addiction.
Health PEI - with funding from Health Canada’s Drug Treatment Funding Program - commissioned Island film maker Jenna...
Health workers train to care for persons with dementia
2017-09-28
Strengthening mental health services -
People dealing with dementia can present unique challenges to caregivers in seniors’ homes and health care settings.
As a way to strengthen mental health services for Islanders, the Government of Prince Edward Island and Holland College have developed a new...
Walk-in mental health care added in Charlottetown, expands in Prince County
2017-09-22
Strengthening mental health services
A mental health walk-in clinic is now available in Charlottetown – and other clinics are expanding in Prince County – to strengthen mental-health services for Islanders.
Similar to existing clinics in Prince County, the new Charlottetown walk-in clinic helps...
Patient Flow and System Utilization Strategy 2017-2020
2017-09-22
This document supports Health PEI's strategic focus and articulates a renewed commitment to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of acute care and community services and resources.
Over-the-phone support now available for emergencies
2017-09-20
Supporting Island Families -
Islanders who call 9-1-1 for medical emergencies can now get support over the phone until first responders arrive.
The province’s new Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) system allows 9-1-1 dispatchers to give directions such as CPR over the phone. Since the system went...
Dewar named interim CEO of Health PEI
2017-09-15
Health PEI has named former CEO Keith Dewar as its interim CEO effective October 30.
Dewar takes over from current CEO Dr. Michael Mayne who will leave the position at the end of September. Dewar is expected to serve as interim CEO for approximately six months.
“For the past several weeks, the...
Knowing prostate health helps prevent cancer
2017-09-13
Island men are encouraged to speak with their primary care provider about their prostate health and risk of developing cancer.
Prostate cancer is one of the four leading types of cancer on Prince Edward Island and the most frequently diagnosed type in men. September is Prostate Cancer Awareness...
Stewart Memorial Resident and Family Guide
2017-09-13
This booklet provides helpful information to assist you and your family with the transition to living at Stewart Memorial.
Beach Grove Home taking extra precautions
2017-09-12
Beach Grove Home is taking extra steps to protect residents, staff, and visitors after five residents tested positive for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).
The affected residents live in the Sunset Household at the home, and all five have tested positive for colonization or...
Good eye health key to learning
2017-09-06
Supporting Island Families -
Through the Eye See . . . Eye Learn® program, children entering kindergarten can receive a free eye exam, and a free pair of eye glasses if needed.
Eye See…Eye Learn® focuses on the prevention, early detection and management of eye and vision problems.
“Children...