Pharmacists across the Island can now do an assessment and prescribe treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) for people of any age. Previously, Islanders were required to be 19+ for this assessment. The age restriction has been lifted through the practice...
The groundbreaking physician services agreement drastically cuts the administrative burden on doctors allowing them to devote more time to treating Islanders thereby enhancing the overall quality of healthcare in the province. The new agreement reduces paperwork and simplifies...
Prince Edward Island has become the first province in Canada to recognize family medicine as a standalone specialty, a significant milestone achieved through the recently signed five-year physician services agreement. Under this agreement, PEI family doctors will now rank among...
If you have been diagnosed with hepatitis or have been in close contact with someone who has hepatitis, you may be eligible for coverage of approved medication costs through the Hepatitis Drug Program. Am I eligible? You are eligible for this program if you are a PEI resident as...
Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Government of Prince Edward Island have entered into an agreement to help address the growing demand for qualified nurses in PEI. The agreement facilitates the delivery of Sask Polytech's Transition to Registered Nursing in Canada and Registered...
Patient experience is an important part of the quality of health care one receives. It is everything from a patient’s communication with health care providers, to their ability to get a timely appointment, to receiving information about their care. Patient navigators A patient...
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Former clients of Johnson Podiatry who are looking to get tested due to a breach in infection control measures are advised to contact the Chief Public Health Office for testing at: footcaretesting@ihis.org or 1-800-958-6400. Today's testing clinics at QEH are fully booked...
The PEI Cancer Treatment Centre (PEICTC) at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Prince County Hospital Satellite Clinic focuses on specialized care and well-being for adults with cancer. Information for health care providers Health care providers seeking information on the...
The INSIGHT Program is a youth mental health day treatment program that is delivered by a team of health and education professionals who work with youth aged 13-18, their families and schools to reduce the day-to-day impact of mental health problems or illnesses on their lives...