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Colorectal cancer awareness month: Regular screening reduces risk
March’s national colorectal cancer awareness month is a good time for Islanders and health care providers to talk about the importance of early detection. Screening using the FIT (Fecal Immunochemical Test) Kit is recommended every two years for those of average risk who are 50...
There’s help for Islanders living with diabetes
Supporting Island families - If you have diabetes and live on Prince Edward Island, you’re not alone – and the provincial government has experts committed to helping you enjoy a healthy life. An estimated 14,000 Islanders live with diabetes, which can be more than just a shocking...
Climate Change Action Plan - Presentation to Environmental Advisory Council
Climate Change Action Plan - Presentation to Environmental Advisory Council
Canada’s Lower-Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines
Canada’s Lower-Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines provide 10 science-based recommendations to help cannabis users reduce health risks. The guidelines are published by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.
New appointments to health system leadership team
Fifteen board and committee members from across the province will provide a strong public voice to ensure Islanders have access to high quality health care. Seven islanders have been appointed to form the new Health PEI Board of Directors and nine Islanders have been appointed or...
Second Quarter forecast indicates $4.4M surplus
The Second Quarter Forecast for 2018-19 indicates a surplus of $4,354,800, an improvement from the budgeted surplus of $1,474,700. “Prince Edward Island’s economy has seen solid economic growth over the last number of years and the trend continues into 2018,” said Finance...
Young Island women take over Legislative Assembly of PEI
Today, the Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island welcomed young Islanders from across the province to take the seats of their members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for a day of learning and sharing. Nominated by each of their MLAs, the young...