Hemodialysis is when blood is cleaned outside of the body using a machine and an artificial kidney filter. Treatments are usually done three times a week in a centre (also called a unit or clinic) with dialysis machines. Where can I get hemodialysis on PEI? There are four...
The PEI Colorectal Cancer Screening Program offers and promotes cancer screening for Island residents. Colorectal cancer often begins as polyps which are abnormal growths in the colon or rectum that can turn into cancer over time. There are often no warning signs. Finding and...
As stipulated in the Net-zero Carbon Act, the Minister shall prepare a report on climate change risks and progress made toward targets, beginning with a report for 2021 and continuing with a report for each
Regular cervical screening is the best way you can protect yourself from cervical cancer. HPV (human papillomavirus) testing has replaced Pap tests to screen for cervical cancer on PEI. There are no symptoms to let you know a test is needed. Current guidelines recommend women...
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the digestive tract, gallbladder, liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. A professional who specializes in these fields is called a gastroenterologist/GI Specialist or doctor, or gastroenterologist/GI Nurse Practitioner. Our...
Access and Privacy Services Office The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPP) is one way to obtain government records. You may wish to try other informal means to obtain information before you make a request using the legislation. If you choose to make your...
The Commission is an independent quasi-judicial tribunal that administers a number of provincial statutes dealing with economic regulation and hears appeals under provincial planning, tax and residential rental property legislation. Website: www.irac.pe.ca What is the function of...
Barium Enema Two days before your appointment: Purchase the following from your pharmacy: 1 bottle of magnesium citrate oral solution; 3 Bisacodyl tablets; and 1 suppository. Do not eat anything after 6:00 pm. On the day before the examination: Breakfast Clear liquids only. Clear...
In Prince Edward Island, the legal age for cannabis is 19 years-old, which is the same legal age for alcohol and tobacco use. The following questions and answers are related to the legalization of recreational cannabis. For information on use of medical cannabis, visit Health...
Creating jobs for Islanders - With the Ignition Fund grant it received from the provincial government last year, Island start-up company Exit Speed Inc. was able to get patents for its products, a web site, and a marketing plan. The company – which helps baseball and softball...