The appeal is now in its eleventh year and has2016 Countdown Kids Hospital Appeal raised more than $10.4 million since it first began$104,070.00 for Waikids in 2007.
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Our wish list for 2017
Cardiovascular ultrasound system $137,750
Primarily situated in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU), the cardiovascular ultrasound system is used to scan baby’s hearts and brains, giving valuable diagnostic information. All children diagnosed with cardiac problems are monitored with this system on an ongoing basis. It is also used for post cardiac surgery patients.
Giraffe Warmer for NICU $23,100
The Giraffe Warmer for NICU provides uninterrupted thermal heat, resulting in a warm and developmentally supportive environment for the baby. It gives complete access and visibility for clinical staff and parents.
The appeal now in its tenth year has raised more than $10 million for 14 hospitals across New Zealand.
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Countdown bring Waikato kids’ dreams to life at hospitalCountdown raises over $100,000 to save children’s lives at Waikato Hospital
Our wish list for 2016
The face of Waikato’s 2016 Countdown Kids Hospital Appeal, Daniel Belcher
With the money raised in 2016, Waikids was able to purchase:
Ophthalmology Clinic
1 x Optix Auto Refractor
Vision problems in young children can be difficult to detect. Unit will give instant notification as to whether glasses are / are not needed.
Waikids Clinic
1 x Portable Blood Pressure Machine
Checking blood pressure in paediatric patients having treatment for Cancer, Haemophilia, Metabolic disorders, food challenges and sedation. Reliable, easy to use vital signs monitor. Speed, accuracy and mobility allow information to be collected at point of care.
1 x Accuvein Vein Finder
Locate difficult veins in patients, making it easier for Doctors to insert IV cannulas.
ENT Outpatients
1 x ENT Fibrescope
Improved flexible fibrescope making it easier for Doctors to assess and diagnose babies and young children. Better quality picture and effective assessment.
Te Kuiti
1 x Blanket Warmer
The blanket warmer unit is designed to provide quiet warmth for patients, allowing them to get the rest they need for recovery.
Taumarunui
1 x Bladder Scanner
Portable 3D ultrasound scanner which is efficient, accurate and non-invasive.
Thames & Tokoroa
2 x MP 5 Monitor
Used for monitoring vital signs including heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure.
2 x Auroscope & Ophthalmoscope
For the purpose of quickly and easily assessing children’s ears.
Thames Hospital
3 x Pulse Oximeter
Allows for non-invasive monitoring of pulse and oxygen levels.
All Community Hospitals
4 x Accuvein Vein Finder
Locate difficult veins in patients, making it easier to insert IV cannulas.