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Government hosts presentation on creating healthier communities
Supporting Island families - A free presentation will explore how staying healthy means more than just diet and exercise. All Islanders are invited to “Ensuring the Future Health of Our Children and Grandchildren…It Takes a Village,” on November 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the...
First responders better equipped to treat opioid overdoses
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...
Province acting against opioids
The provincial government has launched an action plan to prevent overdoses and deaths to Prince Edward Island youth and adults caused by opioids. Opioid-related overdoses and deaths linked to potent opioids like fentanyl are increasing across much of Canada. The Prince Edward...
Flu has arrived, get your vaccine now
The chief public health officer is aware of five lab-confirmed flu cases in Prince Edward Island, which is consistent with the sporadic, early season cases being seen in other provinces. Islanders are encouraged to get vaccinated early to protect themselves and their loved ones...
Universal Influenza Program Frequently Asked Questions From Immunizers
Share this page: Feedback 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...
Flu shots free for all Island residents
Supporting Island families - Starting this year, every person living in Prince Edward Island is eligible to receive a free flu shot. A flu shot is the best defense against getting Influenza, also known as “the flu" which affects the airways and lungs and is easily spread. There...
Annual Report 2014-2015, Health and Wellness
Annual Report for the Department of Health and Wellness for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2015.
Annual Report 2013-2014, Health and Wellness
Annual Report for the Department of Health and Wellness for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2014.