Spirometer, purchased by Youth Projects with funds from Rotary Central Melbourne.
This very versatile piece of equipment allows the medical staff at Hosier Lane to carry out a number of diagnostic lung function tests on the spot, contributing to immediate diagnosis of a number of conditions.
The homeless have a much higher than average incidence of respiratory problems than the general population. There are problems in obtaining this type of testing from public health facilities. Clients are often loathe to comply with referrals to emergency departments or outpatients because of time and transport obstacles. Testing is sometimes refused, and the results not released to Youth Projects' medicos.
A simple test on the spot results in quick and appropriate treatment, prevents clients falling through gaps in the system and lightens the cost to public health. The price of the spirometer, which is integrated with Youth Project's medical computer system, was just under $ 3000.
Youth Projects' thanks go to all members of our Club.
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