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The Harold and Betty Allsopp Women’s Cardiovascular Health Clinic at Calgary’s South Health Campus is poised to transform heart care for women so they can live longer, fuller lives.
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Calgary Health Foundation is pleased to announce a significant contribution to women’s cardiovascular health in Calgary. Facilitated by a substantial $5 million gift, the new Harold and Betty Allsopp Women’s Cardiovascular Health Clinic at South Health Campus will offer more women in Southern Alberta improved access to specialized cardiovascular care services.
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The overarching goal of the new clinic is to save more women’s lives through prevention, improved diagnosis, early intervention, and effective, coordinated treatment of cardiovascular conditions.
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“Harold and Betty Allsopp’s endorsement of a specialized cardiovascular clinic for women is commendable. Their desire to bolster an area of healthcare that has historically been overlooked and underprioritized speaks to their progressive approach to philanthropy. Their readiness to uphold the unique health needs of women demonstrates their commitment to fostering a true comprehensive healthcare system.” Paul Rossmann, President & Chief Executive Officer, Calgary Health Foundation
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The Allsopp’s generous donation came to Calgary Health Foundation through Calgary Foundation. The organization acted as the bridge between the Allsopps and the charitable opportunity identified by Calgary Health Foundation, one that met the donor’s goal of filling a large need in their community.
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“Philanthropy is most powerful when it meets a genuine community need, and that is precisely what this gift does. It is a privilege to see Harold and Betty Allsopp’s commitment to women’s cardiovascular health come to life at the South Health Campus. Their gift will have a meaningful, lasting impact for women in our community.” Eva Friesen, President & Chief Executive Officer, Calgary Foundation
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The clinic will be the first of its kind in Alberta. An integrative facility designed to expand cardiovascular services and provide tailored care to women, it aims to improve the health of women living with or at risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
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“The clinic will deliver multidisciplinary, team-based cardiovascular care that addresses cardiovascular conditions more prevalent in, or disproportionately affecting, women. It will allow us to offer targeted training for frontline physicians to improve the recognition of cardiovascular risk factors and symptoms in women and engage in cutting-edge research to answer the many questions regarding testing for and treatment of women’s cardiovascular health conditions. Furthermore, the clinic will permit us to develop coordinated care pathways with community cardiologists, primary care providers, emergency departments, and other interdisciplinary partners.” Dr. Roopinder Sandhu, cardiac electrophysiologist and Director, Harold and Betty Allsopp Women’s Cardiovascular Health Clinic
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