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Next Policy Framework (2023 to 2028): Insights from Research
This report summarizes insights from peer-reviewed literature that will be used to develop NPF policy.
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Parents managing anxiety and depression through Tranquility
A new research project is providing parents access to tools to cope with anxiety and other mental health concerns. For parents across PEI, learning how to adapt during a pandemic has not been easy. COVID-19 has provided unique demands and challenges for parents as they manage...
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Provincial Dental Care Program brochure
The program is designed to increase access to dental care for all low-income Islanders, including seniors and those receiving social assistance.
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Navigating Patients to Available Medical Services
After moving to PEI and leaving her New Brunswick family doctor and specialists behind, Jill McDougall had concerns about maintaining her health and navigating the health care system on PEI. While on the wait list to receive a family doctor, Jill’s NB specialists required follow...
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Transition to Practice Program
The Transition to Practice Program strives to support newly graduated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) employed at Health PEI throughout their first year of practice and beyond. Newly graduated nurses beyond their first year of practice may also access...
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Primary Care Collaboration in Wellington
Collaboration between physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses is driving quality care and provides more access to patients in need at the Evangeline Health Centre. Recently, a unique collaborative clinic on PEI has opened to decrease wait times and improve access to care for...
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PEI Healthy School Food Program moves to new non-profit organization
The successful PEI Healthy School Food Program which launched across Island schools in September 2020, will transition to a new non-profit organization that will continue to provide Island students with healthy, affordable, and locally sourced (whenever possible) lunch options...
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Diabetes and keeping your eyes healthy
How can diabetes affect my eyes and eyesight? If you have high blood glucose (sugar), you may be at risk of developing eye or vision problems. What can I do to prevent eye problems? To avoid eye problems associated with diabetes, you should: manage your diabetes; monitor your...
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Islanders encouraged to prepare for hurricane season
Heavy rain, sustained winds, storm surge, flooding, and potential power outages can be expected during the Atlantic hurricane season. Post-tropical storm Elsa is expected to pass through Prince Edward Island late Friday evening, with the greatest rainfall and wind activity...
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Land matters final report and recommendations available
The Land Matters Advisory Committee has completed its final report with recommendations on how land use, ownership, and planning can be improved in PEI. The report, Now is the Time, was developed by the committee with information from previous land reports and public input...