Thanks to generous donations, Hywel Dda Health Charities – the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board – has purchased a bladder scanner worth over £10,000 for use in clinics across Carmarthenshire.
The portable bladder scanner will enable staff to assess patients in local clinics in the community, helping to reduce the length of time patients have a catheter.
Marisa Webber, Senior Nurse – Community Clinics, explained: “While having a catheter is an important part of treatment, it can sometimes increase an individual’s risk of infection. Some patients also feel that having a catheter has a negative impact on their lifestyle.
“The new bladder scanner gives staff the opportunity to assess a patient’s bladder in the community and make decisions about whether the catheter is still required. This benefits the patient as they can potentially have the catheter removed sooner, and it reduces the pressures on other services as it lessens the chance of infection.”
Nicola Llewelyn, Head of Hywel Dda Health Charities, said: “We want to say a big thank you to everyone whose donations have made this purchase possible. Your generosity has enabled us to purchase a key piece of equipment which will make a difference to patients and staff across Carmarthenshire.
“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”
For more details about the charity and how you can help support local NHS patients and staff, go to www.hywelddahealthcharities.org.uk
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