PEI Invasive Meningococcal Disease Guidelines
Guidelines for the Management of Invasive Meningococcal Disease in PEI
Guidelines for the Management of Invasive Meningococcal Disease in PEI
Recreational Camps will be routinely inspected and are required to operate in accordance with the Public Health Act and Recreational Camps Regulations. Results are updated within one week of the date of inspection. Do not interpret the status of an operation based on the results...
The goal of Environmental/Public Health is to promote and protect the health and well-being of all Islanders and visitors. Legislative authority for this program falls under the Public Health Act and the associated regulations which are enforced by Environmental Health Officers...
The Chief Public Health Office is investigating two cases of measles in PEI in unvaccinated or partially vaccinated people with public exposure sites. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that spreads through the air and close contact, such as breathing, coughing, or...
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...
Tanning facilities will be routinely inspected and are required to operate in accordance with the Public Health Act and Tanning Facility Regulations. Results are updated within one week of the date of inspection. Do not interpret the status of an operation based on the results of...
A tanning facility provides clients with access to tanning beds or booths that expose them to artificially produced ultraviolet light. Tanning facility operators in PEI are required by law to prohibit access to anyone under age 18 years and must visibly display signage indicating the health hazards associated with using tanning equipment. Tanning facility operators are responsible for requesting proof of age from a client before offering access to tanning equipment. Written or verbal permission from a parent or guardian is not acceptable. Tanning facilities will be routinely inspected and are...
A recreational camp is a camp for recreational, educational, social, cultural or religious activities that consists of one or more cabins, buildings or structures established or maintained as living quarters for temporary occupancy of 3 or more days, with or without charge, and...