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The Prince Edward Island Chief Public Health Officer’s Report and Health Trends 2014 summarizes key health information from a variety of sources, both federal and provincial. The intent of the report is to examine health trends on PEI, describe Chief Public Health Office (CPHO)...
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...
Islanders at a learning event this morning heard how organizations, the community, and individuals must all work together to promote good health. Hosted by the Chief Public Health Office of the Department of Health and Wellness, “Your Work Matters in the Global Village” brought...
Breast cancer survivor Maureen Garrity says she wishes a new patient information tool had been available back when she received her diagnosis. Health PEI has partnered with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, health care providers, and patient advisors on an information and...
It is against the law to smoke in a public place or work place in PEI. Also, smoking is not permitted in any vehicle while a child under age 19 years is present, even if a window, door, sunroof or roof is open and allows fresh air into the vehicle. For more information, refer...
Business Plan for PEI Department of Health and Wellness 2012-13 to 2013-14.
"An Integrated Health System Review in PEI" (2008) is the 107-page full version report produced by Corpus Sanchez International.
Health Governance Advisory Council Final Report (2009) describes the process and recommendations made for the creation of the first Health PEI governance body, known as the Health PEI B
Ascent Final Report - Trends, Projections and Recommended Approaches to Delivery of Long-Term Care in the Province of Prince Edward Island 2007-2017 (2008) is a report that provides direction for long term care planning.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a term for multiple chronic respiratory diseases that include chronic bronchitis and emphysema.