{"id":252468,"date":"2025-10-04T07:43:01","date_gmt":"2025-10-04T11:43:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=252468"},"modified":"2025-10-04T07:43:02","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T11:43:02","slug":"makhoul-family-donates-13500-to-support-new-mammogram-machine-at-slbmc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/makhoul-family-donates-13500-to-support-new-mammogram-machine-at-slbmc\/","title":{"rendered":"Makhoul Family Donates $13,500 to Support New Mammogram Machine at SLBMC"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"antig-327175524\" class=\"antig-ecab antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-2763525048\" class=\"antig-before-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/medicalbenefitsscheme\" aria-label=\"ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1200\/h:400\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1200\/h:400\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:341\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ce741a73-c70c-446b-af7f-da2abe2b62bb.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (\ud835\udde6\ud835\udddf\ud835\uddd5\ud835\udde0\ud835\uddd6) \ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddee\ud835\ude00 \ud835\uddff\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddf0\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddf6\ud835\ude03\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddf1 \ud835\uddee \ud835\uddf4\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddff\ud835\uddfc\ud835\ude02\ud835\ude00 \ud835\uddf1\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddee\ud835\ude01\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfb \ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddf3 $\ud835\udfed\ud835\udfef,\ud835\udff1\ud835\udfec\ud835\udfec \ud835\uddeb\ud835\uddd6\ud835\uddd7 \ud835\uddf3\ud835\uddff\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfa \ud835\ude01\ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddf2 \ud835\udde0\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddf8\ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddfc\ud835\ude02\ud835\uddf9 \ud835\uddf3\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddfa\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddf9\ud835\ude06, gi<a><\/a>ven in loving memory of their mother, Marie Makhoul, who passed away from ovarian and lung cancer. Of the total, $10,000 was contributed by the family and an additional $3,500 by Arton Capital Antigua &amp; Barbuda, a company managed by one of the sisters, Lisa Makhoul.<\/p><div id=\"antig-1111025875\" class=\"antig-content_5 antig-entity-placement\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:771\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/quueens.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:771\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/quueens.jpeg 1143w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:214\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/quueens.jpeg 214w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:732\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/quueens.jpeg 732w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:1075\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/quueens.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:771\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/quueens.jpeg 1097w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1143\" height=\"1600\"   \/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis was about honoring our mother in a way that could truly impact others,\u201d said \ud835\udddf\ud835\uddf6\ud835\ude00\ud835\uddee \ud835\udde0\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddf8\ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddfc\ud835\ude02\ud835\uddf9. \u201cShe lost her life to a cancer that affects women, and as a family of women, we felt strongly about doing something that could make a difference in the oncology care provided to women here in Antigua &amp; Barbuda. When we heard about the hospital\u2019s appeal for a new mammogram, we knew this was the right thing to support. We understand our contribution does not complete the hospital\u2019s goal, but we hope it inspires other families and corporate citizens to give as well.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The funds will support SLBMC\u2019s urgent appeal to purchase a new mammogram machine. The hospital\u2019s current unit is outdated, creating challenges with downtime and rescheduled appointments.<\/p><div id=\"antig-3075257040\" class=\"antig-content_4 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-928705188\" class=\"antig-content_12 antig-entity-placement\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1320\/h:730\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1320\/h:730\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:166\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:566\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:425\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:696\/h:385\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5614.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1320\" height=\"730\"   \/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWomen helping women\u2014that\u2019s the powerful statement the Makhoul family has made with this gift,\u201d said \ud835\udde6\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddf9\ud835\uddfa\ud835\uddee \ud835\uddd6\ud835\uddff\ud835\ude02\ud835\uddfa\ud835\uddfd, \ud835\udde6\ud835\udddf\ud835\uddd5\ud835\udde0\ud835\uddd6 \ud835\udddb\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddf1 \ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddf3 \ud835\udde0\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddff\ud835\uddf8\ud835\uddf2\ud835\ude01\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddf4 &amp; \ud835\uddd6\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfa\ud835\uddfa\ud835\ude02\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddf0\ud835\uddee\ud835\ude01\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfb\ud835\ude00. \u201cThe family\u2019s generosity not only honors their mother\u2019s legacy, but also helps strengthen cancer care for the people of Antigua &amp; Barbuda. When others believe in our hospital\u2019s mission, they give\u2014whether it\u2019s funding, their time, or their expertise. That belief is what keeps us moving forward, making it possible for us to do more for our community. We want people to know how deeply grateful we are for families like the Makhoul\u2019s and so many others who continue to stand with us.\u201d<\/p><div id=\"antig-2814470500\" class=\"antig-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.antiguabarbudaculinarymonth.com\/\" aria-label=\"culinary\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:843\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:843\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:132\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:450\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:337\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:675\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:842\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/culinary-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1124\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The hospital is currently in the midst of its annual PINKparty campaign\u2014Antigua\u2019s largest fitness and awareness event\u2014culminating on October 16, 2025, at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. While the event itself is a highlight, community members can also support the campaign by purchasing breast cancer awareness pins or making direct contributions. All funds raised through the PINKparty campaign will go directly toward the purchase of a new mammogram machine for SLBMC.<\/p>\n<div id=\"antig-803565582\" class=\"antig-in-comments_2 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/@hadeedmotorsltd\" aria-label=\"Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1000\/h:250\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png 1000w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:75\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:192\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Hadeed_WEB_Banner_MG-2.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1000\" height=\"250\"   \/><\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (\ud835\udde6\ud835\udddf\ud835\uddd5\ud835\udde0\ud835\uddd6) \ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddee\ud835\ude00 \ud835\uddff\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddf0\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddf6\ud835\ude03\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddf1 \ud835\uddee \ud835\uddf4\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddf2\ud835\uddff\ud835\uddfc\ud835\ude02\ud835\ude00 \ud835\uddf1\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfb\ud835\uddee\ud835\ude01\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfb \ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddf3 $\ud835\udfed\ud835\udfef,\ud835\udff1\ud835\udfec\ud835\udfec \ud835\uddeb\ud835\uddd6\ud835\uddd7 \ud835\uddf3\ud835\uddff\ud835\uddfc\ud835\uddfa \ud835\ude01\ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddf2 \ud835\udde0\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddf8\ud835\uddf5\ud835\uddfc\ud835\ude02\ud835\uddf9 \ud835\uddf3\ud835\uddee\ud835\uddfa\ud835\uddf6\ud835\uddf9\ud835\ude06, given in loving memory of their mother, Marie Makhoul, who passed away from ovarian and lung cancer. 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