Pushing for a CT scanner

By Mario Prusina Times Editor

The Strathmore District Health Foundation is calling on the community to rally behind an important push to bring a computed tomography (CT) scanner to the community.

The foundation is requesting letters of support from municipalities, local groups, and residents to advocate for the advanced diagnostic equipment.

A CT scanner helps diagnose conditions like tumors, infections, bleeding, and injuries, and supports doctors in treatment and surgical planning.

“Strathmore and the surrounding region have grown significantly, and Calgary is expanding at one of the fastest rates in the country,” said Joyce Bazant, president of the Strathmore District Health Foundation. “As Calgary’s hospitals face increasing demand, securing a CT scanner in Strathmore would not only meet local needs, but also help relieve pressure on Calgary’s already strained diagnostic facilities.  We’re asking residents, businesses, and partners to submit letters of support to demonstrate the clear need for local imaging capacity.”

According to the foundation, collecting letters of support is a key part of demonstrating the need for the equipment. These submissions help illustrate the real-world impact a CT scanner would have on local patients and provide measurable evidence of demand within the community.

The letters will be compiled and presented to Alberta Health Services and provincial decision-makers as part of ongoing discussions about improving access to diagnostic care in the region.

“Letters show real world impact and unified regional advocacy. They help quantify demand and demonstrate that investing in Strathmore will benefit both the local community and the broader Calgary region,” said Bazant. “(The letters) will be presented to Alberta Health Services and provincial leaders as part of ongoing discussions.  Each letter strengthens the case for expanding diagnostic capacity outside Calgary. Strong community advocacy increases the likelihood of securing this critical equipment.”

Letters of support can be sent to the Strathmore District Health Foundation, 200 Brent Blvd, Strathmore, AB T1P 1T8, or drop off at the Strathmore Hospital or emailed (strathmorehospitalfoundation@gmail.com).