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Head injury, concussion clinic showing results
2018-03-13
Islanders with a concussion or mild brain injury are getting better care through the provincial head injury support and recovery clinic.
Located at the Harbourside Health Centre in Summerside, the clinic has helped 28 Islanders since it opened in July. It is an initiative of Trauma PEI and...
Helping children with behavioural changes
2018-03-09
Strengthening mental health services -
Dr. Rhonda Matters knows that parents of children with behavioural challenges might not want to join a group with other parents initially, but once they do attend, they really enjoy it and find it helpful.
The Behavioural Support Team is a team of...
Colorectal cancer awareness month: Regular screening reduces risk
2018-03-08
March’s national colorectal cancer awareness month is a good time for Islanders and health care providers to talk about the importance of early detection.
Screening using the FIT (Fecal Immunochemical Test) Kit is recommended every two years for those of average...
Tignish Health Centre funding renewed through 2022
2018-03-02
Supporting Island families -
Continued collaboration between the provincial government and community partners will make quality health services available for Tignish residents for years to come.
Government is providing the Tignish Health Centre with an annual operating grant of $45,000 through...
KCMH emergency department closed tonight
2018-03-01
The emergency department at Kings County Memorial Hospital will be closed this evening (March 1) from 7 to 10 p.m. due to a temporary lack of nursing coverage.
The department will reopen Friday, March 2 at 8 a.m.
Anyone with urgent medical needs should call 9-1-1 or seek emergency services at the...