Expanded coverage of optometry services is reducing the need for referrals to ophthalmologists, visits to family doctors, emergency departments and walk-in clinics. “Uptake has been excellent for this new program which allows optometrists across the province to screen for...
Island palliative care patients living in their homes are receiving timely access to pain and symptom management during overnight hours with the additional support of paramedics, helping them to stay in their homes longer. Since the new Paramedics Providing Palliative Care at...
Islanders are experiencing better access to emergency health services through improved ambulance response times. As of June 30, the average ambulance response time across the province is 8 minutes and 23 seconds, an improvement from 9 minutes and 12 seconds as reported three...
Islanders can access the best in digital CT imaging with the installation of a new $750,000 CT scanner this month at Prince County Hospital. “Good access to diagnostic services is a critical element in the delivery of high quality health care,” said Health and Wellness Minister...
Health PEI is creating a new Patient Navigator position and patient and family advisor opportunities to make it easier for patients to access services and move through the health care system. “Improving the patient experience is one of our key priorities, along with access to...