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A new leadership structure is coming to Health PEI, one that will help to streamline decision making, break down barriers between programs, improve overall coordination of the health care system and provide responsive services to the increasing health needs of Islanders. “No...
COVID-19 drop-in testing sites will be modified over the holidays giving a much-earned break to testing clinic staff. If you require a COVID-19 test that would normally occur on Dec. 24th, 25th, Dec. 31st or Jan 1st, please plan ahead to be tested within the following operational...
Prince Edward Island has launched a new online mental health service in partnership with Canada Health Infoway. Bridge the gapp is an online resource for Islanders to find mental health and substance use support information and select what best meets their needs. People can...
Health care walk-in clinics across Prince Edward Island will be modified over the holiday break. The holiday walk-in clinics schedule is available at: walk-in clinic schedule. Call 911 or go to an emergency department when you have: discomfort or tightness in the chest; unusual...
As we approach the holiday season, Islanders are reminded that many mental health and addiction services are available year-round to those who need support. “These are trying times filled with lots of difficult emotions,” said Dr. Jacqueline (Jackie) Roche, clinical psychologist...
Yesterday, the Chief Public Health Officer announced the easing of restrictions in place as part of the circuit breaker to limit the possible spread of COVID-19 on PEI. In alignment with this easing of restrictions, Health PEI is easing visitor restrictions at all hospitals and...
Clients of Deacon House have temporarily been relocated due to a furnace malfunction. Deacon House is operated by Health PEI and offers overnight shelter for up to six adult males over the age of 19 who abuse substances or have a chemical dependency. On Dec. 10, the building’s...
Health PEI testing clinics will return to normal hours of operation starting Saturday, Dec. 12. Clinics and hours of operation are as follows: Montague Legion: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday Charlottetown, Park Street: 8 a.m to 4 p.m., seven days a week...
Health PEI testing clinics will continue with extended hours on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Clinics and hours of operation are as follows: • Montague, Montague Legion, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Charlottetown, Park Street, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Summerside, Slemon Park, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. • O...
Health PEI is opening a testing clinic in Stratford today and extending hours for COVID testing in Montague, Summerside and Charlottetown due to increased demand. Stratford testing clinic will be located at Stratford Town Hall. It will open at 10 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. tonight...