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Measles cases on PEI
Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Office has confirmed two cases of measles on the Island. These are the first reported cases since 2013. The affected individuals are adult residents of PEI who traveled together to an area within Canada where outbreaks are ongoing. Both...
Rental Accommodations Program
Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) work closely with tenants and property owners to ensure that minimum health standards in long term rental accommodations are met. Legislative authority for this program includes the PEI Rental Accommodation Regulations associated with the...
Bats and Rabies
Bats are considered one of the most commonly reported animals to have rabies. It is important to remember that not all bats have rabies, although, like all wildlife, it is important to admire them from a safe distance. Bats and Rabies in Canada How to keep bats out of your home...
Rabies
What is rabies? Rabies is an illness caused by the rabies virus. It affects the central nervous system of infected mammals, including humans. Once symptoms appear, it is almost always fatal. Rabies in Canada Fact Sheet - Rabies How is rabies spread? Rabies is spread through the...
Recipients of LIVE WELL PEI Wellness Grant Program
The provincial government is providing $136,000 in grants to support innovative projects that promote healthier communities and help prevent chronic diseases through community and school-based initiatives. This year, the 2024-2025 LIVE WELL PEI Wellness Grant Program is funding...
Celebrating success in the journey to quit smoking
With this week being National Non-Smoking Week, it is the perfect time to celebrate those who've successfully quit tobacco and vaping and inspire others to do the same. Quitting is a journey and sharing success stories can be a powerful motivator. For Jamie Crawford, quitting...
National Non-Smoking Week 2025: Helping Islanders to quit
National Non-Smoking Week, January 19 to 25, highlights the health risks of smoking and vaping and reminds Island residents of the support available to help them take meaningful steps toward a tobacco and vape-free life. The PEI Smoking Cessation Program supports Islanders at...
PEI Annual Report on Notifiable Diseases
The Chief Public Health Office produces a report on provincially notifiable diseases and conditions for PEI each year. In previous years, the report was included in the Chief Public Health Officer’s Report which is released every 5 years, but the PEI Annual Report on Notifiable...