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Infection Prevention and Control MRSA Guideline for PEI
This 2016 guideline provides direction for Healthcare Providers on the prevention and control of MRSA in PEI.
New mental health and addictions single point of access phone line launched
A new single point of access phone line for mental health and addictions services will make it easier for Islanders to find and receive appropriate and timely care. Islanders can access the mental health and addictions phone line at 1-833-553-6983. Mental health professionals...
PEI Guidelines for Respiratory Illnesses in Schools and Childcare
PEI Guidelines for Respiratory Illnesses in Schools and Childcare Facilities
He helped make a more inclusive Island
Ash Arsenault knew he was a boy even though he was born a girl. Four years ago, at 23, he saved his money to pay for a surgery that was the first step in making his body feel like his own. Since then Arsenault has advocated for transgender Islanders and was part of a group that...
Billy (the horse) offers unique palliative care support
As a regular at the Charlottetown Driving Park, Kerry McKenna grew up loving the excitement of harness racing. Now 58, the Charlottetown resident still loves horses – but enjoys them at a slightly slower pace. McKenna is living with brain cancer and is a day-patient at the...
Childhood Immunization Rates in PEI - 2015/2016
This report describes PEI’s Childhood Immunization Program (children under 18 years of age) and presents children’s immunization rates at three critical points in time: by two years; prior to Grade 1 entry; and school-based immunization.
Boil Water Advisories
When test results show elevated levels of bacteria in drinking water, the Department of Health & Wellness or Environmental Health may issue a “boil-water advisory” (BWA). Environmental Health recommends that you limit water exposure and practice due diligence with personal...
Vaping Laws
New tobacco and nicotine vaping laws came into force on March 1, 2020 in Prince Edward Island. The minimum age for purchasing tobacco and nicotine vaping products increased to age 21. If you were already 19 when the minimum age increase came into effect, then you are still able...