What? Why? Children in Hospital

What? Why? Children in Hospital

At a glance

Causes

  • Children / families
  • Health and well being / research and care
  • Learning disabilities / difficulties
  • Physical disabilities
  • Young people

Other details

Geographical remit: 
National - Britain

Objectives

The What? Why? Children in Hospital (WWCIH) is a charity founded in 2015, based in Edinburgh. We help parents and children who are ill prepare for hospital. We make videos to reduce anxiety about upcoming tests and treatments and work with families with children with chronic conditions to help them deal with severe fears of needles. To date we have 53 videos about hospital, which have been viewed more than 2.6 million times with excellent feedback from families. We also provide training to healthcare professionals about preparing children for hospital and reducing anxiety.

Activities

- Develop videos about hospital tests and treatments

- Provide support to families with children with chronic conditions and a fear of needles

- Provide training for healthcare professionals

 

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