We are delighted that Lisa Underwood, Ward 111 Matron, has confirmed the new ward nebuliser equipment is now in service. This helps neck surgery patients with a tracheotomy by providing a stream of warmed, moist air rather than the ambient cool, dry air. The equipment is typically used for around three days at the beginning of the post operative healing process and is a great benefit. Headcases provided £500.00 towards the £2500.00 cost of the equipment.

We have also provided the ward with a total of four portable nebulisers. These are available for patients to take home to aid their recovery. Our fundraising goes directly into equipment like this to benefit patients.

Our new target is £700.00 for the purchase of a portable suction machine. This helps tracheotomy patients by allowing them to keep their airway free without the need for a hospital admission. The patient can recover at home, and the NHS avoids costly re-admissions.

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We held a quick, fun raffle at our last meeting and raised £21.00 from the raffling of just three items! If you can donate any prizes for future raffles please come to the next meeting in September or get in touch with a committee member – we’d be glad of any help with this.

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A note for your diaries. This year’s AGM will be held at the October meeting on 5th October 2016. Usual place and time.

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Thank you to Danny, Kelly and all the staff and customers at CMC Stoke. They started selling our wristbands over the counter in the middle of February this year and have raised £29.68 for Headcases funds. The bands have also raised our profile in the community.

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I’m sure you’ve all heard of Robin’s tragic death while raising funds for Cancer Research UK at the Ride London event. His Just Giving page has nearly reached £50,000 from a starting target of £400.00. If you’d like to make a donation click on the picture below…

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