Bringing Hearts Home Cardiac Campaign

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In partnership, the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (CRHF), the Cardiac Sciences Advisory Cabinet, and AHS South Zone leadership have set to raise donations which, along with funding from the Government of Alberta - will allow us to:

• Upgrade existing cardiac care facilities, equipment and services as hospitals across the South zone
• Secure the purchase of new technology to put us on par with other regions of Alberta
• Improve access to cardiac care for all southern Albertans
• Prioritize excellence in heart health by focusing on prevention, detection, and treatment
• Recruit and nurture leading cardiology talent

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Bringing Hearts Home | Cardiac Campaign 

This $30 Million fundraising campaign will provide local access to cutting-edge cardiac care. 

• Upgraded facilities at Chinook Regional Hospital and Medicine Hat Regional Hospital.
• A new Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, and Echocardiography Labs.
• Advanced diagnostic tools like cardiac MRI and CT scanners.
• Expanded critical care with more Cardiac/ICU beds.

• More Cardiac Diagnostic Support: Early detection with advanced equipment.
• More Critical Care Beds: Treat more patients locally, reducing travel.
• Improved Cardiac Services: Faster response to life-threatening conditions.
• Increased Prevention & Education: Promote healthier options to reduce heart disease risks.

Did you know that your heart beats 100,000 times a day?

 

Weighing in at about 300 grams, this incredible organ works tirelessly to keep you alive!

But despite its strength, the heart is vulnerable to many conditions.

 

Do you know the difference between them? Understanding the signs and risks is key to prevention and early treatment!

 

Stay informed and take steps to protect your heart health, check out the graphics above or click here to learn more..