Breast Cancer Diagnostic Equipment


Help Us Raise Funds to Support Breast Cancer Solutions!

Early detection is a critical factor in breast cancer survival – thanks to you our Hospital has purchased state-of-the-art technology to assist our medical professionals in helping to save the lives of women throughout Central Vancouver Island. We still need your help to finish paying for the equipment!

Sterotactic Breast Biopsy Unit

Allows radiologists to accurately sample suspicious growths without invasive surgery. The procedure is quick, relatively painless and has fewer complications than surgical biopsy. This piece of equipment aids in determining critical factors for treatment, if a cancerous growth is detected.

This piece of life-saving equipment cost $265,000 and is now paid for – thank you!

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Digital Mammography Scanner

Allows mammography images to be stored digitally, making them quicker and more convenient than traditional x-rays. Radiologists can alter the images to greatly improve the accuracy and clarity of their diagnosis. Images can also be easily accessed and efficiently shared by medical professionals.

We are still raising funds for this $260,000 piece of equipment - donate now!

 Special Thanks
 

Major supporter of breast cancer solutions!

Watch a video demonstration of this life-saving equipment at work in our hospital

Funding Priorities

 Ways You Have Helped
 
  • Selling Dragon Boat themed earrings
  • Raffle of a custom Dragon Boat paddle
  • Sale of homemade bookmarks
  • "Pubnites" and pub crawls
  • Personal contributions
  • Golf tournament
  • Cruise raffle
  • Plant sales

Please continue to help by attending ongoing events and activities in support of breast cancer diagnostic equipment at our Hospital.

Check out our events calendar for current and upcoming events or refer back to this page for the latest information on what is happening!

Our use of the Imagine Canada Ethical Code logo means that we have met or surpassed standards that ensure responsible, transparent fundraising practices - your assurance that the Foundation operates to the highest ethical standards.

Nanaimo & District
Hospital Foundation

102 - 1801 Bowen Road
Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H1
Phone: 250.755.7690 | Fax: 250.755.7939
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