The new device will slash waiting times for blood-related health results in La Loche. (Submitted photo/Saskatchewan Blue Cross)

By Derek Cornet

health care

La Loche recipient of new portable blood analyzer, printer kit

Dec 10, 2024 | 1:05 PM

Saskatchewan Blue Cross is providing $11,000 to the Boreal Healthcare Foundation (BHF) for essential healthcare equipment.

The funding supports the purchase of an i-STAT Portable Blood Analyzer and i-STAT printer kit to assist with quick and accurate testing at the La Loche Health Centre and Hospital, a recent media release stated.

The new i-STAT Portable Blood Analyzer is an advanced, easy-to-use piece of equipment which provides healthcare professionals with access to real-time, lab-quality results within minutes rather than hours.

“We are thrilled to be able to support rural residents of Saskatchewan with this donation to the BHF,” said Kelly Wilson, the President and CEO of Saskatchewan Blue Cross.

“These essential pieces of health care equipment allow doctors, nurses and hospital staff to continue to provide exceptional care to residents in their communities.”

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BHF CEO Cody Barnett explained the organization is grateful for support in providing the new equipment.

“This state-of-the-art device will significantly enhance point-of-care testing, reducing wait times and ensuring that critical test results are available in minutes, not days,” he said.

“For northern communities like La Loche, timely access to diagnostics is crucial for delivering quality health care. With this investment, we’re ensuring that residents in Northern Saskatchewan receive timely care, right in their own community.”

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derek.cornet@pattisonmedia.com