Health PEI is updating the public about two issues with Health PEI Electronic Medical Record (EMR) resulting in delayed referrals from primary care providers to a specialist. In November 2022, Health PEI became aware of an issue where referrals from primary care physicians were...
Public Health Nursing delivers programs that promote, protect, and preserve the health of individuals, families and communities. Public health nurses serve Islanders at every stage of life, from infants to seniors. How can Public Health Nursing help me and my family? Public...
Information on patient safety for residents and families in public long-term care facilities.
The Needle Exchange Program is available in communities across the province to prevent the spread of Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV – diseases that can be transmitted by sharing equipment to inject drugs. Naloxone kits are also available at all sites to prevent opioid-related...
The best way to protect yourself and others from Influenza (the flu) and COVID-19 is to get vaccinated each year. It is safe to get the flu vaccine and the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time. If you are eligible to receive the RSV vaccine, you may also receive it at the same time...
With a strong focus on enhancing patient-centered care, the Provincial Mobile X-ray Program provides residents of all long-term care homes in Prince Edward Island with quality diagnostic imaging service in the care home. Providing an option for residents to receive an X-ray in...
Insurable medical services such as an emergency or sudden illness within Canada may be covered for Island residents with a valid PEI Health Card. How do I get approval for out-of-province non-emergency medical or hospital service? Your PEI physician or nurse practitioner will...
An endoscopy is a procedure where a specialist uses an endoscope, a long flexible tube with a tiny camera and light at the end, to look inside your body. It can be used for diagnostic as well as for preventative purposes. The Endoscopy Units at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) and...
Prince County Hospital is the second largest acute care hospital in the province. The 110-bed facility provides emergency, inpatient and ambulatory care services. When preparing to visit a patient in hospital or for your own hospital stay, visit Hospital Services to learn more...
Sexual Health Services are provided through Sexual Health, Options & Reproductive Services to Islanders of all genders, orientations and ages at various sites across PEI. To access safe, confidential and supportive services, call 1-844-365-8258 (toll-free). What services are...