Charity funded books help children understand medical procedures

Pictured above: Staff holding the informative books.

Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, has funded child-friendly medical storybooks to help children feel less anxious about appointments and treatments.

The books explain medical procedures in a simple, visual way, helping children understand what will happen - which makes procedures like blood tests or monitoring feel less scary and more predictable.

Roxanne Andrews, Paediatric Assistant Practitioner, said: “We’re very grateful that donations to Hywel Dda Health Charities have enabled us to purchase the informative reading books for our service.

“We now have two books in each county, giving our teams extra tools to help children and young people feel more comfortable and prepared before procedures and treatments.

“The books use clear pictures and simple language to explain medical procedures in a child-friendly way, helping to reduce anxiety and improve understanding for both children and their families.

“The funding has also allowed us to buy play nursing equipment and feedback resources, helping children share their experiences and making it easier for us to continue improving the service we provide.”

Nicola Llewelyn, Head of Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, said: “We’re very pleased to help with the education of children on medical procedures by providing the funding to purchase these books.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”