As part of the QEH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit’s approach to family-integrated care, the Peer Family Mentorship Program is designed to provide NICU families with connection to mentors with lived experience who offer valuable emotional support to new parents, helping them process...
The Kings County Memorial Hospital (KCMH) will be temporarily suspending emergency services on Saturdays beginning January 11 due to staffing challenges. The KCMH Emergency Department (ED) is experiencing a shortage of staff at a time when demand for emergency services is...
What is Adult Protection? The Adult Protection Program is governed by the Adult Protection Act. The Adult Protection Act has two purposes. First, to provide or arrange for assistance for an adult who needs assistance. Second, to provide protective (court) intervention for an...
“One thing I love about the Community Health Engagement Committee (CHEC) is they’re not stuck on all the things that are wrong with the health care system or all the challenges,” said Ryan Fahey, eastern chair of the CHEC. “They want to help find solutions.” CHECs provide...
If your child goes to an eye specialist (ophthalmologist) because of lazy eye (amblyopia) or another condition related to eye movement or eye misalignment (strabismus), the ophthalmologist will likely refer your child to an orthoptist. Most patients referred to the Orthoptics...
Health PEI is moving to Phase 2 of the health system transformation with a clear focus on three key priorities: ensuring primary care access for all Islanders, improving access and flow to acute care services, and building a foundation for accountability and excellence. The new...
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) is a legal option in Canada that allows eligible patients to ask for medical help to end their life. Health PEI provides information on MAiD, access to MAiD assessments and procedures across PEI, and patient-centered care throughout the MAiD...
Chronic disease can occur at any age and usually begins slowly and develops gradually over time. The most common chronic conditions include chronic lung diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and some cancers. If...
Patients are encouraged to be partners in their health care. It is important to understand your rights and responsibilities.
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