Island residents now have increased access to cataract surgeries, thanks to a partnership between local ophthalmologists, the Department of Health and Wellness and Health PEI that will see thousands of patients treated in the new, state-of-the-art Cataract Outpatient Clinic in...
The Government of Prince Edward Island and Holland College have partnered with two private long-term care homes enabling students from the Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) program to support allied healthcare professionals in providing...
Physiotherapists in Prince Edward Island with specialized training can now order X-rays for patients in certain situations when clinically indicated, to make more efficient use of health care resources. “Our collaborative work is key in growing the healthcare work force and...
Health PEI recently welcomed a new physician assistant (PA) and will soon have four additional associate physicians (AP) joining the team to enhance access to care for Islanders in primary care and hospital settings. Here are the placements across various specialties and...
Health PEI is welcoming three new specialists to Prince Edward Island, as a record number of physicians are joining the province. The three new hires bring the total confirmed hires this year to 35. They include One neurologist, starting in early December 2024. One psychiatrist...
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This month marks the two-year anniversary of Pharmacy Plus PEI, with more than 143,000 assessments conducted since the program started. The Pharmacy Plus PEI program supports 50 participating pharmacies in 16 communities across the province to renew eligible prescriptions and...
With respiratory illness season approaching, Islanders are urged to protect themselves and those around them by getting vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Vaccination is a proven way to reduce the spread of these illnesses and keep communities healthy. “Vaccines...
Home food production is the production of food by an individual in their personal home kitchen. As of October 17, 2024, you can produce low risk food items for sale at farmers' markets and/or special events, in your home kitchen without requiring a food premises license and...