Breast Cancer Diagnostic Equipment

Thank you for Supporting 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.

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.

This piece of life-saving equipment costs $260,000 and is now paid for - thank you!

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

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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!


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Nanaimo & District
Hospital Foundation

102 - 1801 Bowen Road
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