A new bursary for internationally educated nurses to cover fees associated with coming to work in Prince Edward Island is aimed at helping to eliminate financial barriers and draw more nurses to the province. The Internationally Educated Nurses Bursary Program will provide up to...
Free naloxone kits are now available at participating community pharmacies across Prince Edward Island through a partnership between the Provincial Government, PEI Pharmacists Association and the PEI College of Pharmacists. Naloxone is a fast-acting medication used to temporarily...
Live Well PEI is now accepting applications for funding for new projects that can reduce barriers, increase supports, and enhance resources to make healthy living an easier choice for all Island residents. Organizations, Indigenous groups, schools and communities can apply to the...
Former clients of Johnson Podiatry who are looking to get tested due to a breach in infection control measures are advised to contact the Chief Public Health Office for testing at: footcaretesting@ihis.org or 1-800-958-6400. Today's testing clinics at QEH are fully booked...
The Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) is investigating a break in infection prevention and control measures at Johnson Podiatry, 142 Longworth Avenue in Charlottetown, which occurred between January 1 st, 2022 to April 8th, 2024. Although the issues have been corrected, clients...
As the summer season gets underway, and the high temperatures expected later this week, Islanders are reminded to protect themselves and their loved ones from heat-related illnesses. When temperatures are on the rise, it is important to stay informed and prepared to prevent heat...
On this page Radon: Background Health Risk of Radon Radon Levels Measuring Radon Reduce Radon Levels Follow-Up Testing Renovations After Lowering Radon Levels Funding Radon: Background Radon is a radioactive gas formed naturally by the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. It is...
Naloxone Basics What is naloxone? In PEI, opioid-related overdoses are on the rise. Naloxone is a fast-acting medication used to temporarily reverse an opioid overdose until medical help arrives. Naloxone can restore breathing within 2 to 3 minutes. Call 911 even if naloxone is...
Opioids are drugs that include prescribed pain relievers but also illegal drugs. Patients can benefit from opioids that are prescribed and used properly. When opioids are misused, they can be deadly. Highly toxic opioids like fentanyl may be put in illegally produced drugs and...