Supporting Women and Infant Health
A New Mammography Machine
Regular mammograms help save lives by detecting breast cancer in its earliest stages. Over 4,000 patients rely on SNMH to provide mammogram screenings.
The SNMH Women’s Imaging Center is currently in need of a new mammography machine.
During a mammogram, breasts are placed between two plastic plates. The plates move together to compress the breast so that an X-ray can be taken to show the inside of the breast.
While radiation in mammography is minimal, the new mammography machine will reduce it by 30%-40%. In addition, the new unit uses paddles for a comfortable fit.
Family Birth Center Equipment
SNMH’s Family Birth Center provides family-centered care in surroundings that maintain privacy and are homelike, attractive, comfortable, and safe.
Patient rooms have been designed and lit to reflect the natural beauty and serenity of the foothills.
A variety of comfortable amenities, including: a spa kit with organic bath and body products, aromatherapy options, a relaxing private Jacuzzi tub, a comfortable fold-out sleeper sofa, iPod docking station, snacks and an in-room refrigerator, a special meal to celebrate your new arrival and more.
The Family Birth Center at SNMH is currently in need of new fetal monitors used to monitor infant heartrates, a new neo natal cardiac monitor to monitor heartrates of especially vulnerable infants, and a resuscitation warmer to aid with breathing difficulties while also keeping babies warm.
To make a donation toward either or both of these two needs, please send a check made out to SNMH Foundation to P.O. Box 1810, Grass Valley, CA 95945. Or call (530) 477-9700. You can also make a secure donation online by visiting www.supportsierranevada.org/donate.