Gloria Smith never leaves her husband Arnold’s side whenever he’s admitted to either the Queen Elizabeth Hospital or Prince County Hospital. Instead, Gloria, of Augustine Cove, PEI, chooses to curl up and sleep on the bedside chair. Gloria and Arnold have been married for 58...
The Hunter Clyde Watershed Group is one of the longest-serving watershed groups in PEI, serving the areas of Hunter River, New Glasgow and North Rustico. Victoria Hawkins is the interim watershed coordinator for Hunter Clyde. “We do a lot of different programs. Our main ones this...
The AccessAbility Supports and Residential Services Programs are being reviewed to determine whether they are helping Islanders living with disabilities access the support they need to reach their full potential.
Premier Dennis King has announced the members of Team PEI, a delegation of elected officials, industry leaders, and key sector representatives that will travel to the United States to strengthen trade relationships, promote Island products, and advocate for the interests of...
A colonoscopy is recommended to screen for colorectal cancer if you are at increased risk because of a personal and/or family history of colorectal cancer or high-risk polyps. For individuals with family history, screening is recommended to begin at age 40 or 10 years earlier than the youngest affected first degree relative. PEI residents without a primary care provider may self-refer for a colonoscopy through the Colorectal Cancer Screening Program. Do I qualify to self-refer for a colonoscopy? You are eligible to self-refer for a colonoscopy if: You have a personal history of colorectal...
The healthcare system across Prince Edward Island is currently facing significant overcapacity resulting in limited bed availability. With the onset of the cold and flu season, healthcare facilities are anticipating an increase in patient volumes, which will further challenge the...
Belfast Area Watershed Group, also known as BAWG, manages about 22,000 hectares within 7.5 watersheds, across the communities of Eldon to Wood Islands and Beach Point. “We conduct water quality testing and participate in estuary monitoring. We monitor bank swallows, amphibians...