Illness Prevention and Wellness
What is the flu?
Influenza (the flu) is a respiratory illness caused by a virus. Most people who get the flu are ill for only a few days. Some people, such as the very young, elderly or those with chronic diseases, can get very sick and need to go to...
Prevention is an important part in reducing your risk in developing cancer. About one-third of all cancer can be prevented by:
eating well;
being active;
maintaining a healthy body weight; and
not smoking.
Smoking, obesity and physical inactivity...
Many people who smoke are looking for a way to quit. A new program from the Canadian Cancer Society aims to help people replace their bad habit with some healthy habits.
The Cooking to Quit program, launching February 2019 in Stratford and Summerside,...
The Tobacco Cessation and Relapse Prevention Program is for clients of the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible for the program if you are a client of the Cancer Treatment Centre who:
currently uses tobacco and would like to...
If you think you may have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) or a Sexually Transmitted Blood-borne Infection (STBBI), you need to be seen by a family doctor, nurse practitioner or a specially trained nurse.
STI and STBBI testing and treatment is...
Update - Visitor precautions have been extended to Kings County Memorial Hospital as several patients are experiencing influenza-like illness, and precautions remain in place at other health care facilities due to the ongoing presence of influenza and...
There are many groups, organizations and individuals working across Prince Edward Island to help people just like you with your wellness goals. Here you will find helpful information about wellness programs, motivational stories about Islanders and other...
The Department of Health and Wellness recognizes the importance of health promotion to reduce our reliance on the health system and positively influence healthier lifestyles and community well-being. The program has been designed to support community-...