Guidelines and Policies
Public health COVID-19 guidance can be found here
Why do adults need immunization?
Adults may need immunizations for a number of reasons including:
to provide a booster against waning immunity, e.g. tetanus;
to protect against diseases more common in adults, e.g. herpes zoster;
to protect those...
The purpose of the Influenza Immunization Policy is to provide provincial direction to Health PEI immunizers and immunizers in the community who deliver PEI’s publicly funded influenza vaccine to Islanders with the goal of reducing the incidence and...
Fact Sheet containing information on Chlamydia trachomatis.
Guideline for the case management of Chlamydia trachomatis in Prince Edward Island.
The Chief Public Health Office provides direction and guidance on the management and control of communicable diseases in Prince Edward Island. The following policies and guidelines contain information for health care providers regarding the prevention,...
You must have a class 3A or class 3B food premises licence to provide food service from a booth, structure or mobile unit at a temporary event such as a community fair or concert, exhibition or other organized event lasting ten consecutive days or less....
Policy creation is an intricate process with a multitude of layers and considerations. This purpose of this guide is to assist public servants in their efforts to incorporate a gender and diversity lens on a deliberate, consistent basis. Systematic...
Guidelines are provided for the general construction of a processing facility, as well as, the pre-killing holding area, refrigeration of inedible and edible products, sewage disposal, water supply, equipment, manure disposal, employee areas. These...
Poster available to print
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommends influenza vaccination for all individuals aged 6 months and older, with particular focus on specific populations for 2019-2020 Influenza Season.
C.difficile Guideline
Notifiable diseases and conditions quick reference table
Food operators can print this colour poster on letter-size paper for employees to use in food preparation areas.
Tobacco and electronic smoking device retailers wishing to inform themselves about legislation, store policies, and staff training will find this document a valuable resource.
This policy provides direction to healthcare providers regarding the documentation and reporting of positive TST results.
The Universal Influenza Vaccine Program provides annual influenza vaccine free to all individuals living in Prince Edward Island.
What vaccine is publicly available for this influenza season?
The following influenza vaccines are available for the...
Viral Respiratory Infections and Outbreak Management in Long-Term Care and Community Care Facilities
Guidelines for Viral Respiratory Infections and Outbreak Management in Long-Term Care and Community Care Facilities