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2025-01-21
This page answers common questions about how to access virtual care in PEI through Maple, a secure online health care platform.
The PEI Unaffiliated Virtual Care Program provides this service free of charge to Islanders on the Provincial Patient Registry who do not have a family doctor or...
2025-01-03
Notice: Canada Post resumed operations on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. However, there may still be delays in receiving mail as they work to stabilize operations. As a result, there may be a delay in receiving new or renewed Health Cards. If you are expecting a new or renewed Health...
2025-01-03
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Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line
1-833-553-6983
Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered nurse or a social worker) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Mental health care is offered in community health facilities across the province....
2024-12-06
Virtual care is a way to visit with your health care provider (e.g., doctor, nurse, social worker) using your phone, computer, or tablet.
You may see a health care provider virtually if:
your health care provider offers virtual visits and believes the visit can be done virtually, OR...
2024-11-25
Long-term care provides specialized nursing and personal care services to individuals who can no longer live on their own, with family or home care supports. These services are provided while respecting each resident’s dignity and personal choices.
Services are provided in both public and...
2024-05-06
For immediate help
Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983 (toll-free).
Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.
Contact the Mobile Mental Health Response Service.
A team of trained health care...
2024-10-18
If you are living with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, the Provincial Diabetes Program can provide you with education, support and management advice.
What can the Provincial Diabetes Program do for me?
The Diabetes Program can offer you information and support on:...
2024-02-12
Patient Medical Homes have formed at 17 Island primary care locations, beginning the shift in primary health care from solo family practices to collaborative health care and better access to care for Islanders.
Patient Medical Homes deliver team-based care through a model that has...
2024-07-22
Need Help Now?
Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line
1-833-553-6983
Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered nurse or a social worker) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Addiction Services provide a range of programs designed to help you through the...
2020-04-09
The Home Care Program supports you and your caregivers so that you can remain in your home safely, with independence and quality of life, for as long as possible.
What can Home Care do for me?
Home Care can provide services in your home, if you:
need support to continue living...
2022-02-24
Youth and Family Addiction Services are provided across Prince Edward Island by youth addiction and family addiction counsellors. If you are a young person whose use of alcohol or drugs is causing you or your family concern, Youth and Family Addiction Services can help.
Services include:...
Virtual Health Care (Maple) for Islanders without a Family Doctor
2025-01-21
If you do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner (primary care provider), you may be able to see one online through the PEI Unaffiliated Virtual Care Program.
This program provides free access to doctors through an online health care platform called Maple.
You will need...
Health PEI Executive Leadership Team
2025-01-21
Chief Executive Officer
Melanie Fraser
Melanie is an accomplished senior Public Sector executive with 20+ years' experience building, leading and empowering growth in organizations and systems. Throughout her career with the public service, she has led large organizations and systems to deliver...
Virtual Health Care for Islanders without a Primary Care Provider - Frequently Asked Questions
2025-01-21
This page answers common questions about how to access virtual care in PEI through Maple, a secure online health care platform.
The PEI Unaffiliated Virtual Care Program provides this service free of charge to Islanders on the Provincial Patient Registry who do not have a family doctor or nurse...
Influenza outbreak at Prince Edward Home expands to Light House Cove household
2025-01-20
The outbreak of influenza A at Prince Edward Home in Charlottetown has expanded to include Light House Cove household. This is in addition to the outbreak declared recently on Fox Meadow household.
Residents of these households will be limited to one visitor at a time. Visitors will be asked to...
Health PEI Board Meeting - March 27, 2025 Agenda
2025-01-17
Agenda for the March 27, 2025 Health PEI Board Meeting.
Pediatrician Outpatient Services
2025-01-16
Pediatricians are doctors who care for infants, children and adolescents.
Pediatricians in PEI act as consultants, along with your family doctor or nurse practitioner and other members of your child’s health care team.
For information about common childhood issues, see the resources at the...
Gastrointestinal outbreak declared at Summerset Manor; Influenza outbreak declared over at Prince Edward Home
2025-01-16
Health PEI is declaring an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness on Gable household at Summerset Manor in Summerside.
Residents of Gable household will be limited to one visitor at a time. All visitors will be asked to follow the current infection control measures.
At the same time, the outbreak...
Healthcare system across PEI experiencing overcapacity and increased wait times
2025-01-09
The healthcare system across Prince Edward Island is currently facing significant overcapacity resulting in limited bed availability.
With the onset of the cold and flu season, healthcare facilities are anticipating an increase in patient volumes, which will further challenge the province’s...
Request to Self-Refer for a Colonoscopy
2025-01-09
A colonoscopy is recommended to screen for colorectal cancer if you are at increased risk because of a personal and/or family history of colorectal cancer or high-risk polyps. For individuals with family history, screening is recommended to begin at age 40 or 10 years earlier than the youngest...
Moncton Private MRI Program
2025-01-09
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Health PEI contracting with a private MRI clinic in New Brunswick?
By partnering with the Moncton based MRI, Health PEI aims to reduce wait times for semi-urgent MRIs that and provide timely access to MRI services for patients.
When does the program start...