You may need to wait longer than the wait time posted when you arrive at the emergency department to see a physician. For a life-threatening emergency, call 9-1-1. Emergency departments provide care to those who are the most sick or have critical, life-threatening health...
You may need to wait longer than the wait time posted when you arrive at the emergency department to see a physician. For a life-threatening emergency, call 9-1-1. Emergency departments provide care to those who are the most sick or have critical, life-threatening health...
You may need to wait longer than the wait time posted when you arrive at the emergency department to see a physician. For a life-threatening emergency, call 9-1-1. Emergency departments provide care to those who are the most sick or have critical, life-threatening health...
The Provincial ADHD Program, operated by Health PEI, provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services for adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) across the province. Our multidisciplinary team of health care professionals offers evidence...
The Dementia Specialty Team (DST) helps Islanders living with dementia and their care partners. The team is led by two occupational therapists who are part of the Provincial Geriatric Program. They collaborate with the geriatricians and nurse practitioners to provide a...
Health PEI is asking the public for patience as Island hospitals operate above normal capacity. This added pressure makes for longer wait times, slows the flow of patients through the system, and creates stress for patients, loved ones, and our hard-working staff. Island...
Examples of urgent medical conditions include: discomfort or tightness in the chest, unusual shortness of breath, abdominal pain, a prolonged and persistent headache or dizziness, an injury that may require stitches or may involve a broken bone, prolonged diarrhea or vomiting...
Supporting vibrant mental and social health is key to overall well-being. For seniors, Adult Day Programs offer a social outlet that facilitates community and interaction with others. The environment is safe and supervised, offering seniors a regular social outlet. For caregiving...
The PEI Research Ethics Board (REB) safeguards the rights, safety and well-being of participants in all human subject research involving Health PEI and the Department of Health and Wellness and their patients, staff, resources or data. Research is reviewed to ensure that it is...
Should I go to a walk-in clinic? Walk-in clinics provide non-urgent care at locations across the province. If you’re sick, call your family doctor or nurse practitioner (primary care provider) first. If you don't have a family doctor, visit a walk-in clinic nearest you or if you...