The Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) is investigating a break in infection prevention and control measures at Johnson Podiatry, 142 Longworth Avenue in Charlottetown, which occurred between January 1 st, 2022 to April 8th, 2024. Although the issues have been corrected, clients...
As the summer season gets underway, and the high temperatures expected later this week, Islanders are reminded to protect themselves and their loved ones from heat-related illnesses. When temperatures are on the rise, it is important to stay informed and prepared to prevent heat...
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) recently launched a care program called Merge™ to involve parents more in their pre-term baby’s care while in hospital. On average, approximately 300 newborns are admitted to the QEH NICU every year. With the...
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans by a bite from an infected blacklegged (deer) tick ( Ixodes scaplularis). Ticks attach to the skin and feed on blood. A tick carrying Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria that can cause Lyme disease can transmit the disease...
A new grant is available to help Island communities and organizations with initiatives to create a welcoming environment to attract and retain health care professionals. The Community Grant for the Retention of Health Care Professionals provides up to $2,500 for eligible projects...
Paramedics in Prince Edward Island were honoured today with medals at an awards ceremony at Government House as part of Paramedic Services Week celebrations. The Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medals are given annually to recognize emergency medical services...
The Department of Health and Wellness and PEI’s Chief Public Health Office are developing a 5-year provincial wellness action plan under the brand LIVE WELL PEI with the tagline: Together We Can. Islanders can help form the action plan by giving their input through an online...
Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Government of Prince Edward Island have entered into an agreement to help address the growing demand for qualified nurses in PEI. The agreement facilitates the delivery of Sask Polytech's Transition to Registered Nursing in Canada and Registered...
A new policy directive from the Department of Health and Wellness will give paramedics more ways to help Islanders access safe, high-quality care in their communities. Effective May 7, 2024, Island EMS will introduce new protocols to determine whether people should receive care...