The Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation is celebrating the success of its recent campaign.
The Diagnostic Imaging Campaign raised $1.3 million to enhance diagnostic imaging services at Comox Valley Hospital.
Board chair Susan Auchterlonie said the community response has been extraordinary.
“A need was identified and people stepped up, showing how much they care about supporting local healthcare.”
The funding has been used to acquire six new ultrasound machines that deliver clearer, more precise imaging for patients while improving comfort and safety.
A new mammography unit has replaced aging equipment and delivers clearer, more detailed images through advanced 3D digital breast functionality to help detect breast cancer sooner.
A second portable ultrasound machine for the emergency department has also been purchased to support increasing patient volumes.
The foundation thanked donors, specifically noting the Auxiliary Society for Comox Valley Healthcare, which contributed a $100,000 matching challenge to inspire community donations.
The foundation said that while the upgrades have been delivered, continued investment will be needed to meet ongoing requirements.
