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Cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed chronic diseases and is the leading cause of death in Prince Edward Island and Canada. Health PEI is committed to reducing cancer and its impact on all Islanders by advancing best-practice care across the...

If you or a loved one have experienced problems with your heart (cardiac) or are living with a chronic (ongoing) lung (pulmonary) disease, the Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab Program may be able to help you improve your health and quality of life. What is...

If you are living with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, the Provincial Diabetes Program can provide you with education, support and management advice. What can the Provincial Diabetes Program do for me? The Diabetes Program can offer you...

Diagnostic Imaging uses specialized equipment to produce images of the inside of the body for the diagnosis and treatment of injury, disease, and medical conditions. These services give health care providers important information to make decisions...

If you have an urgent medical condition or are experiencing a life-threatening health crisis go to the closest open emergency department or call 911. Examples of urgent medical conditions include: discomfort or tightness in the chest, unusual...

Ambulance, Fire, Police: 9-1-1 Call 9-1-1 to report a fire, crime or health emergency for immediate help. Operators will ask about the emergency and dispatch the police, fire department and/or an ambulance, as needed. The service is available 24...

If you have a valid PEI Health Card, you can access many of the following services without a referral from a doctor. If you are looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner, see Find a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner For medical emergencies...

The best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 and the flu is to get vaccinated each year. It is safe to get the flu shot and the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time. Where to get your flu and COVID-19 shot Starting October 15, 2024, Health...

Listed alphabetically. 2-1-1: connecting you to non-urgent health services 211 is a free, confidential information and referral service. It can quickly connect you to non-urgent health services. These include human, social, community and government...

Gender-affirming health services are offered in Prince Edward Island. What is gender-affirming health care? “Gender-affirming care can be understood as the processes through which a health care system cares for and supports an individual, while...

If you are an older adult with complex health needs, you may be referred by your family doctor for a geriatric assessment. The Geriatric Program’s interdisciplinary team provides specialized care and support to families that can help address health...

Severe weather and road conditions can impact medical appointments and other health care services. This page lists locations and services that are currently closed or delayed due to weather. This list may change frequently. If you are unsure if your...

Hemodialysis is when blood is cleaned outside of the body using a machine and an artificial kidney filter. Treatments are usually done three times a week in a centre (also called a unit or clinic) with dialysis machines. Where can I get hemodialysis...

The Home Care Program supports you and your caregivers so that you can remain in your home safely, with independence and quality of life, for as long as possible. What can Home Care do for me? Home Care can provide services in your home, if you: need...

If you have a valid PEI Health Card, you do not have to pay for medically necessary hospital services in Prince Edward Island. What hospitals are in Prince Edward Island? PEI has seven hospitals. Two main hospitals: Queen Elizabeth Hospital in...

How do I contact Laboratory Services and how do I book an appointment? Laboratory Services are offered in communities across PEI: Charlottetown Queen Elizabeth Hospital Book your appointment online Telephone: (902) 894-2138 Address: 60 Riverside...

Long-term care provides specialized nursing and personal care services to individuals who can no longer live on their own, with family or home care supports. These services are provided while respecting each resident’s dignity and personal choices...

Health PEI offers mental health services for adults, youth, and those wanting to support family members. Need Help Now? Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983. Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a...

What Midwifery Services will be offered? Midwives are primary care providers that offer client-centered care before and during pregnancy, throughout labour and birth, and postpartum for the birthing person and their baby. They specialize in providing...

Health PEI is partnering with a private MRI clinic in New Brunswick with the goal of reducing wait times for semi-urgent and routine MRIs, as well as providing timely access to services for patients requiring follow up exams. This initiative aligns...

Obstetrical and gynecological care is provided to Island residents from the surrounding areas of Charlottetown to the Eastern tip of the province. Physicians provide 24-hour on-call service seven days a week for obstetrical care, urgent gynecology...

Patient Medical Homes have formed at 17 Island primary care locations, beginning the shift in primary health care from solo family practices to collaborative health care and better access to care for Islanders. Patient Medical Homes deliver team...

You need a PEI Health Card to use services at hospitals and other public health care facilities in Prince Edward Island without being charged. Pharmacists also use your health card to record your medications in the PEI Drug Information System. Apply...

With a strong focus on enhancing patient-centered care, the Provincial Mobile X-ray Program provides residents of all long-term care homes in Prince Edward Island with quality diagnostic imaging service in the care home. Providing an option for...

Public Health Nursing delivers programs that promote, protect, and preserve the health of individuals, families and communities. Public health nurses serve Islanders at every stage of life, from infants to seniors. How can Public Health Nursing help...

Sexual Health, Options & Reproductive Services (SHORS) provides reproductive and sexual health care to Islanders of all genders, orientations and ages at various sites across PEI. To access safe, confidential, and supportive services, call 1-844-365...

A stroke is a medical emergency caused by a loss of blood to the brain from a blocked artery or ruptured blood vessel. Brain cells in the affected area die because they are not getting enough oxygen. The faster someone gets treatment, the better the...

Reducing wait times and improving timely access to health services is important to Health PEI. As a patient, client or resident in the health care system, you may have to wait to see a primary care provider or a specialist, to have a test, for...

Should I go to a walk-in clinic? Walk-in clinics provide non-urgent care at locations across the province. If you’re sick, call your family doctor or nurse practitioner (primary care provider) first. If you don't have a family doctor, visit a walk-in...