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Breastfeeding your Baby and Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI)
2021-09-09
Why should I breastfeed my baby?
Breastfeeding is the best method of feeding for infants. It provides nutrition, boosts immunity and benefits growth and development. Breastfeeding also allows you to enjoy a special bond with your baby, helps your body return to its pre-pregnancy condition and...
Period of PURPLE Crying® Program
2021-09-09
The Period of PURPLE Crying® is a prevention program to help educate parents and caregivers about normal infant crying and the dangers of shaking an infant.
When you have a baby, nursing staff at the hospital will give you a Period of PURPLE Crying® package (mobile app and booklet). This package...
Protecting Your Newborn Baby From Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
2021-09-09
What is Pertussis?
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a serious infection of the lungs and upper airway that is caused by a bacteria. The pertussis bacteria can be present in the nose and throat of people of all ages. It is spread easily by coughing, sneezing and close contact.
What are...
Secondary Stroke Prevention Clinic
2021-09-09
The PEI Provincial Secondary Stroke Prevention Clinic is located at the Polyclinic Professional Centre in Charlottetown. It serves as an outpatient clinic for individuals who have signs and symptoms of a recent transient ischemic attack (TIA) or a non-disabling stroke...