Telethon-funded suite makes hospital scans less scary for children

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 7 Oct, 06:55 · Archive

A new paediatric scanning suite at Fiona Stanley Hospital aims to ease young patients' fears.

A new paediatric scanning suite at Fiona Stanley Hospital, funded by Telethon, has opened with the aim of making hospital visits less frightening for children. The bright space features walls decorated with painted wombats, kangaroos and native birds, a bright green chair and rainbow curtains designed to put young patients at ease.

The suite is intended to transform what can be a daunting experience into what organisers hope will be an 'exciting' adventure for young patients undergoing scans.

How it is being reported

• Telethon funded paediatric scanning suite turns scary Fiona Stanley Hospital visits into ‘exciting’ adventureThe bright new sanctuary features walls decorated with painted wombats, kangaroos, and native birds, a bright green chair, and rainbow curtains designed to immediately put young patients at ease.Perth Now · 7 Oct, 06:20
• Telethon funded paediatric scanning suite turns scary Fiona Stanley Hospital visits into ‘exciting’ adventureThe bright new sanctuary features walls decorated with painted wombats, kangaroos, and native birds, a bright green chair, and rainbow curtains designed to immediately put young patients at ease.The West Australian · 7 Oct, 06:20

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