The device, valued at $2900, identifies structures filled with air or liquid deep under the skin surface. It is suitable for young children, premature babies and neonatal operations.

The device uses LED light to illuminate small blood vessels and structures filled with air or liquid, deep under the skins surface, not easily visible in pre-term babies. 

This will allow staff to quickly and accurately administer vital medicines without multiple attempts, which is less stressful for the baby. It is extremely useful on darker skin and when the veins are not visible due to dehydration.

“We appreciate the amazing and generous ongoing support of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation,” said senior nurse manager Harry Williams.

“Without their fundraising, we would not have this vital piece of equipment for our maternity unit at Queanbeyan Hospital.” 

The Humpty Dumpty Balmoral Burn raised most of the funds. The event has allowed the foundation to donate much-needed medical equipment to many of the 383 hospitals supported by the charity.

The race consists of 22 seperate 420 metre uphill challenges and has a category for every member of the family, including the family pet. Over its 18 years the Humpty Dumpty Balmoral Burn has raised over $32 million. 

Founder of Humpty Dumpty Foundation, Paul Francis OAM said this year’s record-breaking results “again show just how much this event has grown since Phil Kearns first came up with the idea in 2000 and we are delighted to see it continue to grow each year. Another record-breaking result and we thank the community for their kindness”.