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7199 Gelert Rd., Box 1413, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0 | 705 457 1580
6 McPherson St., Box 30, Minden, ON K0M 2K0 | 705 286 1580
Funds are raised through personal, business & corporate donations, special events, promotions, annual giving, and a special gift program. The Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that dedicates time and expertise to have better health care and hospital facilities.
Campaign for the Best Health Care in the Highlands
Haliburton Highlands Health Service Foundation is embarking on a $4.3-million campaign that will allow Haliburton Highlands Health Services to bring life-saving diagnostic imaging equipment to Haliburton County residents, guests, and visitors.
To enhance its important Diagnostic Imaging suite of services, HHHS has received approval from the Ministry of Health to purchase and operate technologically advanced CT Scanning and Mammography tomosynthesis equipment (CT Mammography).
CT Scanner critical addition to diagnostic imaging in the Highlands
There is a recognized older demographic in the geographic area served by HHHS. By 2029 Canadian Census data indicates the number of those 80+ in the Haliburton Highlands will increase by over 50 percent compared to 2019. Older individuals often have complex medical conditions that increase with age. A CT scanner is a necessary tool to diagnose and monitor such conditions.
CT scans are used frequently to diagnose an injury and/or determine medical treatment, often in emergency situations. They can detect everything from life-threatening blood clots in the lungs, to brain hemorrhages, acute appendicitis, fractures, or internal bleeding caused by trauma. CT scan is also vital in diagnosing and monitoring pathologies like aneurysms and cancer treatment follow-up.
With an aging population and an abundance of high-risk recreational and work activities in the area, it is important that diagnostic imaging services are available close by. This will provide quick diagnoses of critical illnesses and injuries.
With these tools in the Highlands, it decreases the number of out-of-town transfers to other care facilities and expedites access to specialists. These trips are costly and can be difficult for many due to their health conditions. According to Haliburton Emergency Medical Services (EMS), they complete 300 transfers yearly to health care facilities outside the Highlands for patients requiring a CT scan which equates to $216,000 a year.
Bringing mammography screening closer to home
When breast cancer is diagnosed early, almost all patients will survive for a minimum of five years. However, if breast cancer is diagnosed at a later stage of the disease only three in ten will survive for at least 5 years according to Cancer Care Ontario. Bringing mammography close to home will decrease travel time and potential wait times for this important screening test.
Highlanders currently travel long distances to access mammography screening services. Quick and local access will encourage more people to book routine screening mammograms. The goal: as many people as possible screened for breast cancer at the earliest possible stage.
Why the $4.3-million campaign is important to Highlanders
The main advantages of having the most up-to-date diagnostic services:
For more information, please contact: Melanie Klodt Wong, Executive Director | 705-457-1580 | mklodtwong@hhhs.ca
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HHHS Foundation monthly online 50/50 lottery is an exciting and fun way to support hospital and health care facility equipment needs. Tickets are $40.00 for 300 ticket numbers, $20.00 for 100 ticket numbers, $10.00 for 20 ticket numbers, and $5.00 for 5 ticket numbers.
After buying your tickets online, you will receive a confirmation e-mailed with your 50/50 registered numbers from a Random Selection System. The amount of the 50/50 estimated prize will be displayed in real time on the Foundation lottery site at www.hhhsf5050.ca and will continue to grow throughout the month.
Click on the BUY TICKETS NOW button for more information or to purchase tickets. Want to buy your tickets in person? They're available at the Foundation Haliburton office. Call 705 457 1580 for details. Don't miss your chance to win! Enter monthly to qualify for both an early bird and grand prize jackpot!
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Haliburton Highlands Health Services is funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care through the Central East Local Health Integration Networks for programs and services.
Charitable No: 89028 0449 RR0001