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Pap Screening Clinics
2021-12-15
Having a regular Pap test is the best way you can protect yourself from cervical cancer. There are, no, symptoms to let you know a Pap test is needed., 2021 Cervical Cancer Screening Clinics, Souris, Eastern Kings Health Centre 7 Green Street, 2022:, March 8 June 7 September 6 December 6 , Montague...
Gender-Affirming Health Services
2021-12-02
Gender-affirming health services are offered in Prince Edward Island. , What is gender-affirming health care? , “Gender-affirming care can be understood as the processes through which a health care system cares for and supports an individual, while recognizing and acknowledging their gender...
COPD Program
2021-11-02
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a term for multiple chronic respiratory diseases that include chronic bronchitis and emphysema., What can the COPD Program do for me?, The COPD Program can provide you with information, education and support on:, COPD prevention:, Smoking Cessation (...
Chronic Disease Prevention and Management
2021-11-02
Chronic disease can occur at any age and usually begins slowly and develops gradually over time. The most common chronic conditions include chronic lung diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma , heart disease, stroke , diabetes , and some cancers . If you have a...
Diabetes Drug Program
2021-11-01
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be eligible for coverage of approved medications and supplies through the Diabetes Drug Program. The Diabetes Drug Program provides assistance toward the cost of approved medications and supplies including insulin products, oral medications, urine...
Insulin Pump Program
2021-11-01
The Insulin Pump Program assists with the costs associated with approved insulin pumps and supplies for children, youth and young adults up to age 25 who are living with type 1 diabetes., Am I eligible?, You may be eligible for the program if you: are under the age of 25 years, have a valid PEI...
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) Program
2021-10-26
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) is a, free, at-home monitoring program available to Islanders who live with heart failure or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). , How can RPM help me?, If you have heart failure or COPD, you can: learn to manage your chronic disease from the comfort of...
Medical Assistance in Dying
2021-10-26
Medical assistance in dying (MAiD) is a legal option in Canada that allows eligible patients to ask for medical help to end their life. When individuals are considering a medically assisted death (MAiD), questions and strong feelings can often be felt by everyone involved, including the patient...
PEI Foot Care Providers
2021-10-22
This is a listing of private foot care providers in PEI and is for information purposes, only, . Health PEI does, not, endorse any particular service or service provider. Always ask the qualifications of your foot care provider.
Diabetes and caring for your feet
2021-10-22
When you have diabetes, foot care is very important., How can diabetes affect my feet?, Too much glucose in your blood can damage the nerves and blood vessels in your feet. This can result in a loss of sensation, that is, you may not feel a foot injury, such as a blister or a cut. If unnoticed or...