University Hospital Crosshouse’s Chemotherapy Ward received a heartfelt donation of an innovative medical device known as the Airglove, thanks to the fundraising efforts of local resident June Murphy. June wanted to support family friend, Shauni Lambie, who is undergoing cancer treatment on the ward. .
Shauni, aged 30 from Stevenston, has been receiving treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma at University Hospital Crosshouse for more than three years. After enduring numerous painful and difficult attempts at cannulation, Shauni’s best friend’s mum, June, was moved to take action.
The Airglove works by gently heating the arm or hand with controlled warm air, helping make veins more visible and accessible, significantly easing the process of cannulation for patients. This is especially beneficial for patients undergoing long-term treatments such as chemotherapy.
Shauni said, “I end up black and blue, covered in bruises and in a lot of pain because my veins are pretty much non-existent now. When June showed me the Airglove, I was so impressed. We knew we had to get this into Crosshouse to help others like me.”
Having seen the impact first hand June, also from Stevenston launched a GoFundMe campaign, raising more than £1,000 to purchase the device for the ward. The donation has already made a difference. Shauni herself noting the improvement during her own treatment, she added, “I actually couldn’t wait to try it – and what a difference it made! I’m chuffed to bits that so many people will benefit.”
Senior Charge Nurse, Judith McKee said, “On behalf of all the staff on the ward, I want to extend our deepest thanks. This donation is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and innovation. “We are incredibly grateful to Shauni and June for their generosity and vision in helping improve the experience of cancer patients at University Hospital Crosshouse.”