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Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

woman pointing to a hormone replacement therapy patch she has on her arm

Hormone Replacement Therapy can help reduce moderate to severe symptoms of perimenopause and menopause for those experiencing them. It is a form of Hormone Therapy (HT), which refers to a treatment that blocks, adds, or removes hormones to have a beneficial medical impact for treating a variety of things (e.g., breast cancer, prostate cancer, thyroid conditions, growth syndromes, fertility treatments, gender affirming care).  

National Pharmacare Program Begins May 1st

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We are thrilled that the National Pharmacare Program will begin in PEI on May 1, 2025. The program provides coverage for a range of contraceptives, diabetes medications, and blood glucose test strips. 

We are developing a new section for the Women and Gender Diverse People’s Health Hub all about contraception. 

In the meantime, visit the National Pharmacare Program in PEI website for more information.