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Information for people who have tested positive for COVID-19
2023-06-02
I’m positive for COVID-19. What should I do next?, Stay home when ill., Staying home when you are sick lowers the chance of spreading COVID-19 and other illness to others. You should stay home until: your symptoms have been improving for at least 24 hours (or 48 hours if you had nausea, vomiting...
More than 1,000 Islanders benefit from Substance Use Harm Reduction Drug Program
2023-06-02
In the last year approximately 1,100 Island residents have accessed medications through the Substance Use Harm Reduction Drug Program (SUHRP). The program, which was launched on June 1, 2022, has saved program clients close to $1 million in out-of-pocket costs for their medications. “Accessing...
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
2023-06-02
Can anyone get an additional COVID-19 booster, and when?, YouTube video player, Do I still need a vaccination or booster after having had COVID-19?, YouTube video player, Do the current vaccines protect against the COVID-19 variants?, YouTube video player, Does my child need to get vaccinated after...
Paxlovid (antiviral for treating COVID-19)
2023-06-02
What is Paxlovid™?, Paxlovid™ is an oral antiviral medication to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults who are at higher risk of severe illness., Who is eligible to get Paxlovid™ in PEI?, Not everyone who tests positive for COVID-19 would benefit from antiviral treatment. Paxlovid™ is for...
Volunteer Food Safety Presentations
2023-06-01
Are you a volunteer with a non-profit organization or service club?, Your non-profit organization and/or service club is required to have at least one organizer or volunteer present during food preparation who has completed the Food Safety Training or has a Certificate of Attendance from the...
Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island announce Drug Plan changes coming into effect on June 1, 2023
2023-05-31
PEI to expand provincial drug coverage to make medication more affordable and accessible No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. Unfortunately, many are faced with this impossible decision every day. As part of the Improving Affordable...
PrescribeIT
2023-05-31
The following pharmacies in Prince Edward Island are PrescribeIT® enabled. Additional pharmacies are being added weekly. If you need assistance with finding or selecting these new pharmacies in your EMR address book, please contact your EMR Support at emrsupport@gov.pe.ca , Pharmacy, Address,...
Reporting Notifiable Diseases, Conditions, and Events - It's the Law
2023-05-30
Notifiable diseases and conditions quick reference table
List of $5 Copay Prescription Care Medications
2023-05-30
The $5 copay Prescription Care medications for eligible program participants are:, Cardiovascular Disease, Chlorthalidone Hydrochlorothiazide Indapamide Metolazone Furosemide Eplerenone Spironolactone Amiloride and hydrochlorothiazide Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide Triamterene and...
Prescription Care - Frequently Asked Questions
2023-05-29
Prescription Care makes eligible prescription medications more affordable for PEI residents. Answers to common questions about the program are provided here., What is Prescription Care?, Since March 2022, the Government of PEI has partnered with the Government of Canada to support affordable...