The prescription medications and diabetic supplies covered by PEI Pharmacare are listed here, including those requiring special authorization. The amount Pharmacare pays depends on drug program and Pharmacare reimbursement rules. The Formulary is continuously reviewed and updated...
The prescription medications and some diabetic supplies covered by PEI Pharmacare are identified on the PEI Pharmacare Formulary (search tool), including those that require special authorization. Medications must be dispensed at a PEI community pharmacy to be eligible for...
Opioids are a group of drugs that include prescription pain medications as well as illegal drugs. When used exactly as prescribed, they can help people manage pain safely. But when opioids are misused—by taking too much, taking them differently than directed, or using someone...
This document is a progress report on Canada-PEI Agreement to Work Together to Improve Health Care for Canadians and Canada-PEI Aging with Dignity Agreement indicators.
The Government of Prince Edward Island has approved new personal services regulations that will standardize health and safety requirements for hair, nail, esthetic, and tattoo businesses starting February 1, 2026. While many personal service operators currently follow voluntary...
Pharmacists can help Island residents get the care they need in their neighbourhood. Island pharmacists can assess and prescribe for the below list of common ailments and conditions: acne (mild) allergic skin rash calluses or corns canker sores cold sores (oral) cough COVID-19...
The Department of Health and Wellness has announced the appointment of Dr. Richard Wedge as Chair of the Health PEI Board of Directors. Dr. Wedge succeeds Diane Griffin, who served as Board Chair during a period of significant change within the health system. Ms. Griffin was...
Pharmacies participating in the Pharmacy Plus PEI program can assess for certain common ailments and conditions and prescribe some medications. Questions about Pharmacy Plus PEI Check out the Frequently Asked Questions for answers to common questions about the Pharmacy Plus PEI...
A series of community engagement sessions will take place this month to explore how the health care system can safely collect, store and use race and ethnicity data in Prince Edward Island. The Race and Ethnicity Data Collection Project aims to better understand differences in...
Islanders now have access to testing and treatment for strep throat at participating community pharmacies across the province. The Pharmacy Plus PEI program was recently expanded to include strep throat testing and treatment as part of sore throat assessments. Since not all sore...