Are you an internationally educated nurse interested in a career in nursing in Prince Edward Island? If so, here is some information that may help: Visit the National Nursing Assessment Service to get started on your Canadian Nursing Assessment Check in with Immigration &...
Islanders requiring out-of-province medical services will benefit from a new bridge toll program coming next month. Hope Air -- in collaboration with Health PEI -- will pay for a Confederation Bridge pass for Islanders in financial need to attend medical appointments in New...
Are you an International Medical Graduate interested in a career in medicine in Prince Edward Island? If so, this information that may help: For International medical specialists Visit the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada for information on how to obtain...
Whether in person or on the web, Islanders who attend Health PEI’s annual general meeting can give their input and participate in quality discussions about health care on Prince Edward Island. The meeting will be this Thursday, Oct. 6, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Rodd Royalty...
Eligible Islanders traveling out of province for medical services can now apply to have their ferry fare covered. Hope Air – in collaboration with Health PEI – will pay for a Northumberland Ferries Limited pass for Islanders in financial need to attend medical appointments in...
Emergency departments at Island hospitals continue to treat high volumes of patients during this busy winter season. For non-urgent health care needs, Islanders are encouraged to visit their primary-care provider or walk-in clinic or call 8-1-1 to speak to a registered nurse...
Western Hospital has made their emergency department wait times available online, helping residents of West Prince to make informed decisions about where best to access emergency care for themselves and their families. During the 2015/16 fiscal year, there were approximately 11...
Hearing services are offered to all Islanders. This includes hearing assessments for children and adults, hearing aids for clients up to age 21, auditory processing disorder testing, and healthy hearing education. If you have concerns about your hearing or your child’s hearing, you can request an audiology assessment. How do I get a hearing test? To arrange a hearing assessment for you or your child, you can: contact Audiology Services at 1-844-344-8255 (toll-free) or 902-368-5807; or complete the printable adult request for audiology services form or the printable child request for audiology...
Due to inclement weather and road conditions forecasted for today, the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program scheduled to take place at the University of Prince Edward Island is cancelled. Health PEI reminds Islanders with appointments at hospitals, clinics and other health care...
Islanders studying out of province are reminded to notify Health PEI of their plans to be out of the province to ensure they have appropriate medical coverage. Islanders who are studying within Canada and have a valid PEI health card are insured through Health PEI for emergency...