Health PEI is implementing a universal masking policy across its facilities to protect patients, staff, and the public from the spread of illness. The policy is in response to the ongoing overcapacity issues facing the health care system. It goes into effect on Monday January...
The numbers below provide a snapshot of Prince Edward Island’s population, and Health PEI’s staff and annual statistics for the period April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024. For more statistics, view Health PEI's Annual Report 2023-2024 [PDF | 5.4 MB]. Our population statistics...
“I was walking with two canes prior to being diagnosed with Ankylosing spondylitis,” said Samuel (Sam) Buchanan. Ankylosing Spondylitis is a form of arthritis that causes inflammation of the spine and large joints, resulting in stiffness and pain. The disease may damage the joint...
After many years working in the fast-paced environment of a surgical unit, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Tonya Crosby never imagined she would find joy working in palliative care. “I didn’t know much about the Provincial Palliative Care Centre (Centre) or the Provincial...
Listed alphabetically. 2-1-1: connecting you to non-urgent health services 211 is a free, confidential information and referral service. It can quickly connect you to non-urgent health services. These include human, social, community and government services. Call 2-1-1, 24 hours...
Since October 2023, the Alberton Community Health Centre (CHC) has been welcoming West Prince residents to a bright, welcoming and new building. Located at 397 Church Street, the CHC provides nearly 20,000 square-feet of specially designed space to allow for multiple health care...
A Day in the Life of a Medical Radiation Therapist “We are all very passionate and friendly here,” said Kristy Peters, medical radiation therapist at the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre. “You can often hear us on the intercom while patients are receiving their treatment, and we do...
“When I received the email about the Wellness Wheel Challenge, I thought it might be something fun to try and that it might help keep our staff engaged,” said Holly Paynter, nurse coordinator on the pediatric ambulatory (day) care unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). “The...
“Breastfeeding mothers are some of the most committed, selfless, patient, and determined people I’ve ever met,” said Courtney Chisholm, RN/Lactation Consultant at Public Health Nursing. “Breastfeeding is not always easy and it’s not always natural. Clients come to me with a...
“I’ve helped many people who have walked through the doors at the Prince County Hospital (PCH), and that’s why I like it, to try and ease the stress and fear some people have. I find it very meaningful,” said Geri Grant, a 27-year PCH hospital volunteer. Volunteers complement the...