The Provincial Government announced today $103,000 in funding for five new dialysis machines at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook. Dialysis is a renal replacement therapy provided to patients with advanced kidney failure and is an important part of management of chronic kidney disease.
The investment in new dialysis machines is based on the Health Accord NL recommendation on placing greater emphasis on health promotion and chronic disease management.
A dialysis machine is used for hemodialysis, which is a life-saving treatment that replaces the work of a person’s kidneys to clear waste and fluid from their body.
Adding five more dialysis machines at Western Memorial Regional Hospital will allow greater flexibility for NL Health Services in scheduling treatments to meet operational needs and, more importantly, accommodate patients’ needs.
These additional machines will support future demand and growth in the area, including for people who are travelling to the area and require hemodialysis. This will improve the quality of life for individuals who require this life-saving service.
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“We’re excited about the addition of five new dialysis machines and what it means for health care in our province. Adding new machines to Western Memorial Regional Hospital will ensure people who need dialysis will get the necessary patient care and enable better health outcomes for the patient. We look forward to when the new machines are operational.”
Honourable John Hogan, KC
Minister of Health and Community Services
“NL Health Services welcomes this announcement from the Provincial Government for additional dialysis machines at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. These machines are crucial to providing care to patients receiving hemodialysis for conditions such as chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, and end stage kidney disease. As well, these machines will aid in improving dialysis schedules, making them more flexible to better support patients and their families.”
Dr. Pat Parfrey
Chief Executive Officer, NL Health Services
“Improved access to renal care is a positive step towards both the future expansion of health services in Western Newfoundland, and the health and care of our residents. The addition of five dialysis stations to Western Memorial Regional Hospital’s renal care program will further expand regional health services and increase our capacity to provide essential long-term care and support for our loved ones right here at home.”
Honourable Gerry Byrne
Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture and MHA for Corner Brook
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