Ultrasound 911 Nears Goal

A committee working to bring an ultrasound unit to the health centre in Rainy River has all but achieved its goal.

Ultrasound 911, a fundraising campaign launched in May, aimed to raise $50-thousand for its purchase.

Campaign chair Larry Armstrong says the campaign generated a lot of support.

"People saw the need for it," says Armstrong, "and the people of our district are quick to respond to a need and saw it as a valuable service coming into the area."

Armstrong the new unit has already been ordered and expects it to be up and running later this year.