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Cannabis and Your Health
Cannabis use is a personal choice but should be an informed choice. Know the laws and approach cannabis responsibly.
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Talking about Cannabis with Teens
Cannabis - legal or otherwise - is a hot topic. Parents who provide their kids with balanced information about the effects associated with cannabis can help them make informed decisions. 1 Public safety and health protection, especially for children and youth, was a key priority...
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New tools help Islanders get immunized
Getting vaccinated at any age provides the best, longest-lasting protection against vaccine-preventable diseases. PEI's childhood immunization rates have been consistently among the highest in Canada, but rates for adults are well below national targets. The province’s Chief...
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Wellness
There are many groups, organizations and individuals working across Prince Edward Island to help people just like you with your wellness goals. Here you will find helpful information about wellness programs, motivational stories about Islanders and other resources. 1. Be...
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Selling Tobacco and Electronic Smoking Devices (Vaping Products)
A retail vendor’s licence is required to sell tobacco products in PEI. A licence is not required to sell only electronic smoking devices and/or accessories. If you sell tobacco products or electronic smoking devices and accessories in PEI your retail outlet will be inspected...
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Is it a cold or the flu?
Use this table to help determine if you or a family member has a cold or the flu. Determine if symptoms relate to a cold or the flu Symptom Cold Flu (influenza) Fever Rare Usual, high fever (39°C/102°F to 40°C/104°F); sudden onset, lasts 3-4 days Headache Rare Usual, can be...