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Health PEI Nursing Strategy: 2017-2020
2021-08-26
Nurses form the largest workforce within our health care system and, as such, play an instrumental role in defining the care and services provided to Islanders every day. There are almost 2000 nurses (registered nurses, nurse practitioners and licensed practical nurses) employed by Health PEI.
The...
Navigating Patients to Available Medical Services
2021-07-26
After moving to PEI and leaving her New Brunswick family doctor and specialists behind, Jill McDougall had concerns about maintaining her health and navigating the health care system on PEI. While on the wait list to receive a family doctor, Jill’s NB specialists required follow up testing but did...
Parents managing anxiety and depression through Tranquility
2021-07-26
A new research project is providing parents access to tools to cope with anxiety and other mental health concerns. For parents across PEI, learning how to adapt during a pandemic has not been easy. COVID-19 has provided unique demands and challenges for parents as they manage several roles – parent...
Primary Care Collaboration in Wellington
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/health-pei/primary-care-collaboration-in-wellington
2021-07-26
Collaboration between physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses is driving quality care and provides more access to patients in need at the Evangeline Health Centre.
Recently, a unique collaborative clinic on PEI has opened to decrease wait times and improve access to care for Islanders.
The...
Canadian Physiotherapy Associations Centenary Medal of Distinction Award – Angela Carragher
2021-07-26
Health PEI physiotherapist Angela Carragher has been recognized by a national professional association for excellence in her service to Islanders.
The Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) created the centenary Medals of Distinction in 2020 to celebrate the association’s 100th anniversary. The...
Transition to Practice Program
2021-07-12
The Transition to Practice Program strives to support newly graduated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) employed at Health PEI throughout their first year of practice and beyond. Newly graduated nurses beyond their first year of practice may also access these supports....
Diabetes - Low blood glucose levels
2021-06-30
When you have diabetes, you may have low blood glucose (sugar) levels (hypoglycemia) or high blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) from time to time.
What is low blood glucose?
Low blood glucose, or hypoglycemia, occurs when the amount of glucose in your blood has dropped below the normal...
Diabetes - What you need to know
2021-06-30
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a chronic disease in which your body is unable to produce insulin or properly use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that controls the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Diabetes leads to high blood glucose levels, which can damage other parts of your...
Diabetes and dental care
2021-06-30
Dental health is important, especially if you have diabetes. Poorly managed blood glucose (sugar) levels can lead to severe toothaches or other dental problems.
What are the signs of dental problems with diabetes?
Some signs of dental problems include:
Tooth decay (cavities)...
Diabetes and keeping your eyes healthy
2021-06-30
How can diabetes affect my eyes and eyesight?
If you have high blood glucose (sugar), you may be at risk of developing eye or vision problems.
What can I do to prevent eye problems?
To avoid eye problems associated with diabetes, you should:
manage your diabetes;
monitor your blood glucose...