If you are living with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, the Provincial Diabetes Program can provide you with education, support and management advice. What can the Provincial Diabetes Program do for me? The Diabetes Program can offer you information and support on...
Navigating your health care journey can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Health PEI Patient Navigators are here to help, providing guidance for the resources you need. Patient Navigators can connect you with the right resources and support, tailored to your...
If you are on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, you can travel outside of PEI with careful planning. If you are planning a vacation or other travel, let your health care team know as soon as possible (preferably two to three months in advance). They can be a valuable resource...
As respiratory illness season continues into May, Health PEI reminds the public its mandatory masking policy is still in effect. Members of the public, visitors, and partners in care must wear a mask while in a Health PEI care facility. “Our staff have been getting a lot of...
Physician Services Agreement between the Medical Society of PEI, the Government of PEI and Health PEI from April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2029 that establishes a Tariff of Fees and other systems of payment for health services.
Regular cervical screening is the best way to protect yourself from cervical cancer. HPV (human papillomavirus) testing has replaced Pap tests to screen for cervical cancer on PEI. Use this online form to request an appointment for a cervical screening test at a cervical screening clinic in PEI. You can also request an appointment by calling the number for the clinic on the Cervical Screening Clinics web page. For more information about cervical screening see HPV Screening and Cervical Cancer Prevention. What do I need to request an appointment? You will need your PEI Health Card and your...
If you recently had an abnormal Liquid-Based Cytology (Pap) test result as a follow-up to another high-risk HPV type or if high-risk HPV types 16 and/or 18 and/or 45 were found, a health care provider may recommend a colposcopy. Video available in Cantonese , Mandarin and Punjabi...
If you complete the test with the Health PEI Cervical Cancer Screening Service, you will receive your results by mail within three weeks after you return your kit. Please note that the Cervical Self-Screening test does not substitute for a medical or sexual health consultation...
What is a Follow-up Liquid-Based Cytology (Pap) test? A Follow-up Liquid-Based Cytology (Pap) test may be recommended if certain types of high-risk HPV (human papillomavirus) are found in your cervical self-screening sample. Please note: If you do not qualify for a Follow-up...