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Félix Arseneau
Communications & Marketing Manager
Phone: 506.862.7989/506.377.7703
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Moncton, October 13, 2020 – The CHU Dumont Foundation’s Electrifying Night Run, presented by Dooly’s, was once again a remarkable success, raising more than $28,000 to benefit patients of the Breast Health Centre.
The funds raised this year will mainly be used to finance a cardio-oncology project which includes the purchase of an cardiac ultrasound system and an adapted stretcher.
Dr. Rina Lee, cardiologist at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre, explains the importance of this acquisition.
“The echocardiogram will be used to regularly monitor oncology patients to diagnose any cardiac complications brought on by oncology treatments. The echocardiogram can identify cardiac complications, sometimes even at a preclinical stage, that is before symptoms appear. This allows for prompt treatment and can prevent long-term cardiac complications.”
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the CHU Dumont Foundation would like to remind the community that it is carefully following all recommended Public Health guidelines.
Over the next few weeks, as we monitor how the situation evolves, we will provide more information about the annual Tree of Hope campaign which is now under way.
While it is continuing its everyday work, the Foundation decided, at the beginning of the pandemic, to take the necessary preventive measures to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. The Foundation’s offices remain closed for an undetermined period and our employees continue to work remotely.
To speak to a staff member during regular office hours (between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. from Monday to Friday), please call 506-862-4285 or 1-800-862-6775.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.