With more Islanders entering their senior years, health professionals are looking for guidance from those dealing with the challenges presented by an aging population. Nearly 100 people gathered recently at Holland College to ask questions such as “what can we do to better serve...
The provincial government has launched an action plan to prevent overdoses and deaths to Prince Edward Island youth and adults caused by opioids. Opioid-related overdoses and deaths linked to potent opioids like fentanyl are increasing across much of Canada. The Prince Edward...
The Prince Edward Island Government responded this morning to the Public Schools Branch school review recommendations. Premier Wade MacLauchlan and Education, Early Learning and Culture Minister Doug Currie made the announcement following Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting in response to...
Supporting Island families - Islanders, businesses, and community facilities are encouraged to register their Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) with a new province-wide online database. Joining the AED registry is voluntary and free and can be done in less than five...
Prince Edward Island’s first-ever nursing strategy will help ensure a strong, dedicated workforce to care for Islanders. The Health PEI Nursing Strategy: 2017-2020 sets direction for nursing within the province’s publically funded health-care system. It was created after...
Canada’s public healthcare system is a source of pride. The Government of Canada and the Government of Prince Edward Island are committed to ensuring it is there to meet the needs of Canadian and Island families. Today, the federal government and the Government of Prince Edward...
Influenza is now circulating in Prince Edward Island and all Islanders should get a flu shot if they haven’t already been vaccinated. Flu activity usually peaks in January or February. As long as the virus is circulating, it's not too late to receive a flu shot and protect...
Island mother Courtney McGee is one of several women sharing her powerful story of overcoming opiate addiction while pregnant. In the new documentary-style film Mothers & Methadone, McGee explains that she sought help for her addiction through Prince Edward Island’s methadone...
Islanders with expired PEI Health cards will receive a new card beginning this week featuring more information to help them and their health care providers. The new health cards now include the individual’s language of preference, home address, and a validation start date for...
Three Island schools will have more fresh, local food on their menus through a program aimed at improving food security and education. The Food Security and Food Education Program will help Islanders access local food and teach about its nutritional value, where it comes from...