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Residents of West Prince now have faster access to emergency department (ED) care at Western Hospital with an innovative, on-line technology. The creative approach to care provides patients with non-critical needs, who meet a certain criteria, the option to immediately connect...
During National Non-Smoking Week, January 19-25, 2020, Islanders are encouraged to quit smoking and begin living tobacco-free. Islanders who want to quit smoking can now access the province’s new smoking cessation program by contacting their nearest primary care network. The...
Rod MacDonald says he is glad that Prince Edward Island’s first responders now have a valuable tool to help people who have overdosed on dangerous opioid drugs. This fall, Island medical first responders, firefighters and police departments received kits containing naloxone – a...
Tobacco and electronic smoking device retailers wishing to inform themselves about legislation, store policies, and staff training will find this document a valuable resource.
Strengthening mental health services - The supervisor of the province’s Strength Program says more young people are leaving the program ready to regain their lives. The provincial government’s balanced 2018-19 operating budget includes a $32 million increase in spending for...
Various programs and resources are available to support Islanders living with, through, and beyond cancer. The PEI Cancer Treatment Center staff, including the Cancer Patient Navigator, are here to help patients, families and caregivers with information and support. “World Cancer...
Siobhan Boyle has a message for her fellow physiotherapists, wherever they may be: move to Prince Edward Island! The Quispamsis, NB native appreciates the work-life balance, the activities available on the Island, and the support of her coworkers, professionally and personally....
This guideline provides information for Healthcare providers on the management of pertussis.