Bowling clubs present cheque to Health District

Representatives from Ettalong, Everglades, and Umina Bowling Clubs presented Central Coast Local Health District with a cheque for $15,000 for prostate cancer treatment.

The funds were raised by the three clubs and will be used by Gosford and Wyong hospitals to purchase equipment to assist with urological operations.

Equipment purchased often enables surgeons and other clinicians to perform less invasive procedures, resulting in faster recovery for the patient and less time in hospital.

Health District fundraising manager Ms Jan Richens, in addressing the bowlers at Umina Beach Bowling Club, said how much the hospital appreciated what the bowlers contributed through their prostate cancer fundraising initiatives.

She said in the five years that the clubs had been involved in the joint venture, and with the 2017 donation, the total amount raised was $70,000.

It has also contributed to men being more aware of prostate cancer and to ensure regular checks are held, as early detection has increased the success rate of combating this disease.

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Media release, 5 Oct 2017

Ian Jarratt, Umina Beach Bowling Club