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Age restriction removed for pharmacist assessment of uncomplicated UTIs
2024-04-29
Pharmacists across the Island can now do an assessment and prescribe treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) for people of any age.
Previously, Islanders were required to be 19+ for this assessment. The age restriction has been lifted through the practice directive of the PEI...
Over 100,000 Pharmacy Plus PEI Assessments
2024-04-12
Pharmacy Plus PEI is celebrating more than 100,000 assessments for certain common ailments or to renew eligible prescriptions since the launch of the program 18 months ago.
Pharmacy Plus PEI is available at 49 pharmacies in 16 communities across the Island.
“Pharmacists have been champions by...
Provincial Health plan creates a vision to Build a Healthier Tomorrow
2023-12-21
A five-year health plan aimed at setting a vision and a path for the PEI healthcare system was released today by the Department of Health and Wellness. The proactive plan puts people at the forefront, stabilizes the workforce, addresses inequities, advances innovation and promotes the health of the...
Long term care review identifies recommendations for enhancement
2023-10-19
A recent report on the review of practices used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in long term care facilities identifies 17 recommendations to enhance care for residents.
“I want to thank the review panel for their extensive work on this report. This will assist us in enhancing the long term...
PEI expanding safe use of Biosimilars
2023-10-12
Prince Edward Island is joining several other provinces and territories by expanding the use of biosimilar drug treatments for Island residents. Through the PEI Biosimilar Initiative, coverage under PEI Pharmacare for certain drugs will be replaced with coverage for biosimilar drugs.
Biosimilars...
Health care services added to Access PEI
2023-09-18
Island residents can now receive assistance at Access PEI locations to apply for health care related services.
“As more and more services are added online for convenience, it is important that we offer assistance to ensure it is accessible for all Island residents. This additional assistance...
PEI expands virtual consult platform to include access to Nova Scotia specialists
2023-08-07
Primary care providers in Prince Edward Island can now easily access specialists in Nova Scotia to discuss patient care through an expansion of the Virtual Hallway online consultation platform, further improving patient care for Islanders and potentially reducing the need for out-of-province travel...
Government of Canada Invests over $5 Million to Support Home and Community Care, Mental Health and Addictions Services in Prince Edward Island
2023-07-20
The Government of Canada is committed to working with provinces and territories to modernize Canada’s public health care system and adapt to the changing needs of Canadians.
To strengthen Canada’s universal public health care system, Budget 2023 highlighted the Government of Canada’s plan to...
Associate Physicians and Physician Assistants added to health care system
2023-06-15
New changes will allow Associate Physicians (APs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to be licensed and practice in Prince Edward Island, providing more support to physicians and helping to improve access to care for Islanders.
Through the partnership of government, the College of Physicians and...
Survey seeks input from unpaid caregivers in the province
2023-06-08
The provincial government is launching a public survey to gather information from unpaid caregivers in Prince Edward Island, to better understand their experiences providing care to a friend or family member.
The survey will ask questions about caregiving situations such as, who is receiving care...