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Physiotherapists with additional training can order X-rays
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/physiotherapists-with-additional-training-can-order-x-rays
2024-11-20
Physiotherapists in Prince Edward Island with specialized training can now order X-rays for patients in certain situations when clinically indicated, to make more efficient use of health care resources.
“Our collaborative work is key in growing the healthcare work force and expanding scopes of...
Health PEI welcomes new associate physicians and physician assistant
2024-11-13
Health PEI recently welcomed a new physician assistant (PA) and will soon have four additional associate physicians (AP) joining the team to enhance access to care for Islanders in primary care and hospital settings.
Here are the placements across various specialties and locations in PEI: ...
Three specialist physicians hired in first week of November
2024-11-12
Health PEI is welcoming three new specialists to Prince Edward Island, as a record number of physicians are joining the province.
The three new hires bring the total confirmed hires this year to 35. They include
One neurologist, starting in early December 2024.
One psychiatrist, beginning in...
Pharmacy Plus PEI program marks two-year anniversary
2024-10-23
This month marks the two-year anniversary of Pharmacy Plus PEI, with more than 143,000 assessments conducted since the program started.
The Pharmacy Plus PEI program supports 50 participating pharmacies in 16 communities across the province to renew eligible prescriptions and assess people for...
Islanders encouraged to get their free flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall
2024-10-17
With respiratory illness season approaching, Islanders are urged to protect themselves and those around them by getting vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Vaccination is a proven way to reduce the spread of these illnesses and keep communities healthy.
“Vaccines continue to be one...
Islanders asked to participate in substance use survey
2024-10-01
Islanders are encouraged to take part in a new survey on substance use, knowledge and attitudes that will help shape the future of public health in the province.
The anonymous survey will be available throughout the month of October and is open to residents aged 16 and older to share their...
Public Health recommendations - PEI International Shellfish Festival
2024-09-27
The Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) has been working closely with the organizers of the PEI International Shellfish Festival to investigate an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness associated with attendance at the festival between September 19-22, 2024.
Over 550 symptomatic people who attended...
Statement by Minister McLane Recognizing Environmental Health Officers
2024-09-27
Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane issued the following statement on Environmental Public Health Week:
"As we celebrate Environmental Public Health Week in Canada, September 23-27, I want to thank our Environmental Health Officers who play a critical role in promoting and protecting the...
Continuing the conversation, Minister launches phase two of Focus on the Frontline
2024-09-26
Building on the success of the initial phase of the Focus on the Frontline initiative, Minister of Health and Wellness, Mark McLane, will carry out a second phase this October to meet with healthcare staff across the province, focusing on community healthcare.
Last year, the minister met with more...
Educating more RNs at UPEI to support the healthcare system
2024-09-26
Student enrolment continues to grow in the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) Faculty of Nursing through a collaborative partnership with the province to help address nursing shortages in the healthcare system.
“There is a need to educate, recruit, and retain an increased number of...