Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, reports that wastewater collection for COVID-19 (SARS-Co V-2) testing has expanded surveillance to include Alberton, Souris and Montague. Wastewater sample collection began in Alberton on November 2nd and included Montague and...
Islanders now have better access to emergency care with expanded ambulance transfer services that will enhance the patient experience and relieve pressure on the health care system. In collaboration with Island EMS, two new-dedicated ambulance transfer units began operating...
The PEI Midwives Recruitment Incentive Program provides incentives to Registered Midwives to fill high-demand vacancies within Health PEI. Eligibility Who is eligible for this program? Eligible midwives who meet the following criteria: Are entitled to work in Canada; Are...
As previously advised, as of 11:59 PM on November 30, 2022, the mandatory isolation requirement for COVID-19 in Prince Edward Island will be replaced with strong recommendations to protect yourself, and particularly those who may be at high risk of severe outcomes, from any...
Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island announced they are dropping the age of eligibility for the free shingles vaccine from 65 to 60 years of age starting immediately. “Lowering the age eligibility for the shingles vaccine program from 65 to age 60 will ensure that we can...
This document is a report on an evaluation of the PEI Smoking Cessation Program that was conducted between October 2020 and August 2021.
This document describes the continuing education requirements for Emergency Medical Technicians.