Grade 9 students at Stonepark Intermediate were recently encouraged to explore health care careers in a whole new way, thanks to a team from the Department of Health and Wellness. Clint Maramag, one of the team members giving the presentation, kicked off the session with a myth...
“Late in 2024 I spent two weeks in hospital. That’s where I heard about the Mental Health Intensive Day Program (MHIDP),” said Shawn MacIsaac, a paramedic with PTSD. “I thought it would be a good fit for me. It could allow me to learn some new coping skills, different types of...
Health PEI and the PEI Nurses’ Union (PEINU) have successfully completed a province-wide reclassification of Registered Nurse (RN) positions, a major step forward in recognizing the value and complexity of nursing roles across Health PEI. The initiative involved a comprehensive...
Health PEI is pleased to announce the arrival of its new Mobile Dental clinic, which will enhance access to oral health care across Prince Edward Island. The mobile clinic represents a significant milestone in Health PEI’s ongoing commitment to improving equitable access to...
Volunteers help build strong communities Volunteers complement the care provided by professional staff. Every day volunteers across Prince Edward Island contribute to the well-being and comfort of patients, clients and residents. Why should I become a volunteer? You can volunteer...
A new interprovincial partnership between McMaster University and the Government of Prince Edward Island is expanding opportunities for internationally-trained physicians and addressing health workforce needs. The PEI-McMaster Collaborative Hospitalist Fellowship is a novel...
If you are on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, you can travel outside of PEI with careful planning. If you are planning a vacation or other travel, let your health care team know as soon as possible (preferably two to three months in advance). They can be a valuable resource...
Pediatricians are doctors who care for infants, children and adolescents. Pediatricians in PEI act as consultants, along with your family doctor or nurse practitioner and other members of your child’s health care team. Appointments Your child must be referred to a pediatrician by...
If you’ve ever had your soil or water tested, you might be familiar with the PEI Analytical Lab. While the lab is well-known for its environmental testing on soil and water, it’s less known for the role it plays in supporting the province’s livestock industry, particularly in the...
About Hillsborough Hospital Hillsborough Hospital is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital that provides specialized care, long-term treatment and rehabilitation for individuals facing acute or enduring mental illness, cognitive disabilities or psycho-geriatric conditions. When preparing...