Donegal Poet Donates to Sister’s Cancer Care

Here’s a⁣ breakdown of the ⁢key information from the provided text, organized for clarity:

1. Priscilla Kee &⁤ Her Poetry⁣ Collection:

* Book Title: Writing For My⁢ Life ⁤- Priscilla Kee’s debut collection of 40 ‍poems inspired by everyday life.
* Launch Date: October 9th at the ⁤clanree Hotel,Letterkenny.
* Cover ⁢Image: A photograph of Fanad ‍Lighthouse by Michael Sugrue.

2. ⁤Charitable Donation & Breast Cancer support:

* Recipient: The‍ North West Breast Center at letterkenny University Hospital.
* ⁤ Donation Amount: A ⁤important amount raised from the book launch (specific amount not stated).
* Motivation: Priscilla’s sister was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and the family is grateful for the care received at the centre.
* ⁣ Ongoing Support: Priscilla will donate €5 from‍ each copy of Writing for My ⁢Life sold.

3. Planned Technology⁤ Upgrade at the Breast Centre:

* ⁢ Goal: Purchase an automated breast ⁤ultrasound machine with AI capacity (estimated cost: ⁣€190,000).
* Benefits: Enhances⁤ ultrasound capabilities ‍and supports radiologist work. Future plans include contrast-enhanced mammography and a second mammography machine.
* Funding: Donations⁢ are crucial as the HSE (Health Service Executive) has a limited budget.

4. Upcoming ⁣Fundraising Event:

* Event: the North West⁣ Breast Cancer Ball⁣ on December 5th.
* Purpose: Raise funds for the new technology and other patient support services (comfort pillows, gowns, etc.).
* Attendance: priscilla and her⁣ sister will be attending.
* Call to Action: Encouragement to ⁣purchase tickets.

Key‍ People mentioned:

* Priscilla Kee: Author of Writing For My Life and fundraiser.
* ⁣ Mr. Michael Sugrue: Consultant Surgeon ⁣at ‍the north West Breast Centre, photographer of the book cover.