National Nurse Practitioner Week is November 9 to 15 and the PEI government is proud to celebrate and recognize the incredible work of nurse practitioners across the province. These skilled professionals are helping more Islanders get the care they need and are often the first...
The Province of Prince Edward Island continues to make progress in strengthening the health care workforce with 121 students receiving funding through the Marion L. Reid Grant. The grant provides financial support to students enrolled in post-secondary studies in an eligible...
The Government of Prince Edward Island has released a report outlining its significant investments and progress in supporting Island children during their critical early years. The report Initiatives for Young Children in Prince Edward Island 2019–2024 details interdepartmental...
For Noah Costello and Holly Savoie, choosing a career in health care wasn’t just about finding a job, it was about finding a deeper purpose. Thanks to the Licensed Practical Nursing and Paramedic Support Program, both Noah and Holly were able to pursue their purpose without the...
This month marks the third anniversary of Pharmacy Plus PEI, with 43 per cent of Island residents having used these services and more than 224,000 assessments completed since the program began. The Pharmacy Plus PEI program supports 49 participating pharmacies in 16 communities...
Island residents can now access a new secure online service called MyPEI Account that gives them access to a variety of government supports digitally, including components of their personal health information. MyPEI Account is part of the Government of PEI’s initiative to...
The Chief Public Health Office is reporting the first lab-confirmed cases of influenza A and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for the 2025–26 respiratory season in Prince Edward Island. This early activity is consistent with what’s being seen in neighbouring provinces and is a...
For many Islanders living with type 1 diabetes, the past year has brought a welcome change. In September 2024, the province removed the age restriction from its Insulin Pump Program, making financial support available to people of all ages. This shift has opened the door for more...
As we enter respiratory illness season, Islanders are encouraged to get vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 to protect themselves and their communities. And for the first time this year, adults in the community ages 75 and over can get vaccinated against RSV...
The number of Islanders accessing funding through the Insulin Pump Program has increased by 162 per cent over the past year. Last September, the Government of Prince Edward Island expanded insulin pump coverage so that all medically eligible residents living with type 1 diabetes...