The Prince Edward Island Immunization Program provides safe and effective vaccines that protect Islanders against some communicable diseases known as vaccine preventable diseases. Over the past 50 years the use of vaccines has prevented life threatening disease, disability...
Government has released the What We Heard report summarizing public input on the Live Well PEI Consultation Paper, a significant step in developing a provincial action plan to improve wellness and prevent chronic disease in the province. The consultation paper, released in 2024...
The Government of Prince Edward Island has released a report outlining its significant investments and progress in supporting Island children during their critical early years. The report Initiatives for Young Children in Prince Edward Island 2019–2024 details interdepartmental...
The provincial government is providing $136,000 in grants to support innovative projects that promote healthier communities and help prevent chronic diseases through community and school-based initiatives. This year, the 2024-2025 LIVE WELL PEI Wellness Grant Program is funding...
The Chief Public Health Office produces a report on provincially notifiable diseases and conditions for PEI each year. In previous years, the report was included in the Chief Public Health Officer’s Report which is released every 5 years, but the PEI Annual Report on Notifiable...
The province is accepting submissions for its 2025 – 2026 Wellness Grant Program, which funds innovative, community-led projects that make healthy living more accessible for Islanders. Eligible applicants, including organizations, Indigenous groups, schools, and community groups...
As the new school year approaches, Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Office is reminding families to ensure their children’s vaccinations are up to date. Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious and potentially life-threatening...
LIVE WELL PEI is the brand of the PEI Chief Public Health Office’s Health Promotion Unit, and it serves as a framework to promote healthy living in PEI. The LIVE WELL PEI Wellness Grant Program provides the opportunity for Indigenous Nations, organizations, groups, and...
Following mediation, the Department of Health and Wellness, Health PEI, and the Medical Society of Prince Edward Island have agreed on the accountability framework for Longitudinal Family Medicine (LFM) in PEI. All parties of the agreement affirm their appreciation for the...
National Non-Smoking Week, January 19 to 25, highlights the health risks of smoking and vaping and reminds Island residents of the support available to help them take meaningful steps toward a tobacco and vape-free life. The PEI Smoking Cessation Program supports Islanders at...