Patients will now be able to stay on island for breast cancer scans after the Manx Breast Cancer Support Group received a donation from a Manx company for an essential piece of equipment.
Microgaming Health and Care Trust donated over £16,000 for the purchase of a breast coil, a vital tool used in MRI scans.
Dr Rebecca Miller, consultant radiologist at Noble’s Hospital, said:‘This breast coil will transform the service we provide on the Isle of Man, particulary with the management and experience of younger women with a strong family history risk for breast cancer.
‘Subtle cancers can now be detected and treated much earlier.’
The Manx Breast Cancer Support Group embarked on a fundraising campaign in November 2013 to raise money for a new dedicated breast care clinic at Noble’s Hospital. It will house the island’s entire breast screening service, screening around 3,000 patients yearly and is expected to open in early 2016.
Julie Stokes, chairman of the Manx Breast Cancer Support Group, said: ‘Since undertaking this project we have been overwhelmed by the support we have received from both the public and corporate companies willing to get involved. Being able to offer this service on-island will make a huge difference to patients and their families.’
Trustee of the Microgaming Health Care and Trust Paul Novellie said: ‘Well done to all involved in this remarkable achievement.
‘This island will benefit greatly from this unit.’
For more information visit manxbreastcancersupportgroup.com