National Non-smoking Week, January 21 – 27, is a time to raise public awareness of the health effects of smoking and the support available for Islanders who want to quit. The province has launched a campaign called “What’s your Why?” The campaign recognizes Island residents who...
Transgender Islanders will now be able to access medically necessary gender-confirming surgeries through the province’s Medicare program. Gender-confirming surgery, also referred to as gender affirming or sex reassignment surgery, is a medically recognized treatment for gender...
Supporting Island families - Starting this year, every person living in Prince Edward Island is eligible to receive a free flu shot. A flu shot is the best defense against getting Influenza, also known as “the flu" which affects the airways and lungs and is easily spread. There...
The 2016 Chief Public Health Officer’s Report, Health For All Islanders, was accompanied by a technical appendix also titled, Health For All Islanders.
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...
It is against the law to smoke in a public place or work place in PEI. Also, smoking is not permitted in any vehicle while a child under age 19 years is present, even if a window, door, sunroof or roof is open and allows fresh air into the vehicle. For more information, refer...
Prince Edward Island has become the first province in Canada to recognize family medicine as a standalone specialty, a significant milestone achieved through the recently signed five-year physician services agreement. Under this agreement, PEI family doctors will now rank among...
The influenza vaccine for this year’s flu shots has arrived in Prince Edward Island and Islanders are encouraged to get their flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones. “In our efforts to minimize the impact of the flu in Prince Edward Island, we are proud to provide...
Diabetes is a chronic disease caused by defects in insulin production or insulin use. This leads to high blood sugar levels, which can damage organs, blood vessels, and nerves. Diabetes is caused by a number of genetic, environmental, and biological risk factors.
Islanders are encouraged to take time this flu season to get their flu shot to help protect themselves and their loved ones. The flu vaccine will be distributed free of charge throughout the province beginning next week at public health clinics, pharmacies, and nurse...