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Rotary Club Gives to the Heart of Town
Rotary Club Gives to the Heart of Town
Tammy Hewitt - News Advertiser
Rotary Club of Vegreville has invested in the very heart of our town with a significant donation to St Joseph’s General Hospital. This donation will be used to buy an echocardiography bed that is valued at $10,287.56.
The bed will improve cardiac services available locally at our hospital. With such a high percentage of seniors in our town and those that have barriers to transportation, this will enable our hospital to offer a broader scope of cardiac services.
As for what the echocardiography bed will be used for, St. Joseph’s Site Administrator Lindsey Rypien replied, “The echocardiography bed that has been purchased is a specialized examination table designed to facilitate echocardiograms, which are ultrasound scans of the heart. These beds are designed with ergonomic features to make patient positioning easier and more comfortable, ensuring both patient comfort and optimal imaging. This bed will help support both the sonographer performing the exam as well as the patient having the exam. This bed will complement such programs as Heart Monitoring and the Heart Clinic that are already running at our local hospital.”
Rotary Club President Marielle Brodziak stated that, “Such contributions are vital for improving medical services and ensuring that hospitals have the necessary equipment to diagnose and treat heart conditions effectively. Rotary's decision to donate an echocardiography bed to St. Joseph’s Hospital stems from its commitment to improving community health and well-being. This initiative embodies Rotary's principles and make a tangible difference in people's lives.”
She went on to explain that, Rotary’s decision to donate funds for the hospital to purchase the echocardiography bed stems from its commitment to improving community health and well-being.
This initiative embodies Rotary's principles and make a tangible difference in people's lives. These principles include:
- Community Need: Hospitals often require specialized equipment to provide better care. An echocardiography bed is essential for diagnosing and treating heart conditions, which are prevalent health issues.
- Impact: This donation can significantly enhance the hospital's capabilities, leading to better patient outcomes and potentially saving lives.
- Alignment with Rotary's Mission: Rotary is dedicated to service above self, and healthcare improvements are a key area where they can make a substantial impact.
The bed has been ordered but no actual delivery date has been given at this time.
