by David Greene
Dozens of children with broken or worn teddy bears came out to Montefiore Hospital’s Wakefield Campus on East 233 Street on Saturday, May 9, where they were presented with new teddy bears.
Children 12 years-old and younger were invited to bring their damaged stuffed animals and clinical staff took the children through a tour of the emergency room with mock triage, medical exams and x-rays for the injured stuffed animals.
Youngsters also learned about safety from invited guests of the NYPD and FDNY. The goal of the event was to take away fear from a child’s hospital visit as well as teach youngsters how to prevent certain health issues or injuries. All of the youngsters were presented with new teddy bears after their visit.
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