The Supreme Ventures Foundation (SVF) has reaffirmed its commitment to national health with a donation of four oxygen concentrators to the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).

The devices will assist the medical staff in providing adequate oxygen for patients who have difficulties breathing due to conditions like asthma, lung cancer, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and Covid-19.

UHWI Consultant Anaesthetist, Dr. Phillip Barrow says the donation will improve the hospital’s oxygen services. He was speaking at the handover ceremony last week Wednesday.

“We’re very grateful to Supreme Ventures for this donation. Oxygen concentrators will be a significant addition to our arsenal. They provide an unlimited supply of oxygen that’s completely independent of any outside source so it is a welcome addition to our resources,” he said.

SVF Director, Heather Goldson says the Foundation will continue working with medical facilities to provide the necessary support to the country’s health system as it grapples with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

“We’re always happy to support our doctors and nurses who are currently facing an unprecedented challenge. These oxygen concentrators will be an asset to the medical team and will play a major role in saving so many lives. We look forward to continuing this work as the year continues, ” she said.

UHWI has been the recipient of several donations from the Foundation. Last year, SVF donated approximately $15M to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and  a mobile Ultrasound Machine to the Diagnostic Department.

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