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Pharmacy Plus PEI
Pharmacists can help Island residents get the care they need in their neighbourhood. Ask Your Pharmacist Island pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common ailments and renew eligible prescriptions. Participating Pharmacies Contact your local pharmacy today to schedule...
Three specialist physicians hired in first week of November
Health PEI is welcoming three new specialists to Prince Edward Island, as a record number of physicians are joining the province. The three new hires bring the total confirmed hires this year to 35. They include One neurologist, starting in early December 2024. One psychiatrist...
Free program to help Islanders quit smoking expands to pharmacies
Islanders who want to quit smoking can now access nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) and prescription smoking cessation medications directly from their local pharmacy, making it easier and more convenient to get the help they need. The PEI Smoking Cessation Program, a...
Pharmacy Plus PEI Frequently Asked Questions
Pharmacies participating in the Pharmacy Plus PEI program can assess for certain common ailments and conditions and prescribe some medications. You can find answers to frequently asked questions about the program here: Who is eligible for the program? All residents of PEI with a...
Islanders asked to participate in substance use survey
Islanders are encouraged to take part in a new survey on substance use, knowledge and attitudes that will help shape the future of public health in the province. The anonymous survey will be available throughout the month of October and is open to residents aged 16 and older to...
PEI recognizes National Non-smoking Week
National Non-smoking Week, January 21 – 27, is a time to raise public awareness of the health effects of smoking and the support available for Islanders who want to quit. The province has launched a campaign called “What’s your Why?” The campaign recognizes Island residents who...
More designated French language services available
The provincial government has added 21 new designated services under the French Language Services Act to give French-speaking Islanders better access to services in their language. These services fall under the departments of Education and Early Years, Health and Wellness, and...
New paramedic initiatives aimed at reducing ED visits and improving access to care
A new policy directive from the Department of Health and Wellness will give paramedics more ways to help Islanders access safe, high-quality care in their communities. Effective May 7, 2024, Island EMS will introduce new protocols to determine whether people should receive care...