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Mpox and Monkeypox (orthopoxvirus simian) virus
Mpox is a zoonotic disease caused by the monkeypox virus. The virus can be transmitted from animals to humans and between humans. Animal-to-human transmission may occur by bite or scratch, or through the preparation of bush meat. Mpox is transmitted by symptomatic individuals...
Taking care of caregivers: New program offers support
Reaching out for help or support can be difficult for many people. It can be even more difficult for unpaid caregivers who regularly provide that help and support to others. “A primary caregiver might be a good support system themselves, but they still get burned out,” says...
Changes to Requirement for COVID-19 Isolation
The Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, announced changes to Prince Edward Island’s legal order from seven days of isolation to now requiring five days of isolation for positive cases of COVID-19 (10 days of isolation for immune compromised cases) and are required...
An invitation to provide input on new Mental Health Act
The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on the new draft Mental Health Act. The new act provides for the treatment, care and supervision of persons with a mental disorder while respecting their charter rights. It would replace the current Mental Health...
Recognition of International Overdose Response Day
On August 31st it is an important day to raise awareness, commemorate those who have been lost to drug related overdoses, and to strengthen our shared efforts to prevent and respond to drug related overdoses. “It’s key to recognize the signs of an overdose and take the right...
CPHO outlines Back to School Guidance for the 2022-2023 school year
The Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has released details for the Back to School Guidance for the 2022-2023 school year in preparation for back to school. Routine public health measures for managing COVID-19 and other respiratory illness are recommended to...
Dental and prescription benefits extended to Ukrainian evacuees and Government-Assisted Refugees
Prince Edward Island is giving Ukrainian evacuees and Government-Assisted Refugees access to provincial dental and prescription drug programs by modifying the requirements for proof of income. Refugees, including those displaced by the current War in Ukraine, sometimes arrive...