Kyneton Health is calling on the community to help raise funds for a scalp cooler to enhance the care provided to their oncology patients.
An appeal launched in August last year has to date raised $10,231, with a further $37,012 needed to purchase the much-needed equipment.
Central Highlands Rural Health is reaching out to individuals, businesses and community groups across the Macedon Ranges seeking their support for the appeal.
A ‘scalp cooling machine’ can minimise the impact of cancer treatment. Patients receiving chemotherapy treatment often experience hair loss, which can be physically uncomfortable and emotionally distressing. Cold caps or scalp cooling may help reduce the amount of hair loss for some individuals. They work by narrowing the blood vessels and reducing the amount of chemotherapy reaching the scalp.
Spirit de Cure and Suncorp contributed $10,000 in August 2024, which was a great start to the appeal, however further donations are needed.
Susan Jennings, executive director of clinical operations, said they were truly grateful to receive funds from Suncorp and Spirit de Cure’s donors to enhance their oncology services.
“We’re now asking our local community to consider giving a gift that will make a difference to our cancer patients receiving chemotherapy treatment,” she said.
If you can make a donation, visit Kyneton Health’s reception and complete a donation form or you can request forms and invoices by contacting Kathryn Kosloff, engagement and fundraising manager, on 0439 705 039 or email giving@chrh.org.au
You can also give online via www.chrh.org.au/donate or you can create your own fundraiser via www.givenow.com.au/scalpcooler if you’d like to run, walk, read or bake to raise funds for this important community fundraiser.
