Teddy Bear Clinic To Be Announced for 2009 At the Teddy Bear Clinic, children have an opportunity to experience first-hand what might happen if they visited their doctor or the hospital emergency department. Sponsored by Newman Regional Health, local Kiwanis Clubs, and the Emporia Public Library, this clinic can help soften the fear and anxiety young children feel when they visit their doctor. Children can also learn about health and basic safety rules. Children and parents will have an opportunity to visit fun and educational booths, watch some programs on the Teddy Bear Stage, and more. The Teddy Bear Clinic shows children that the hospital and the doctor's office are caring places where they can receive comfort when they are sick. The idea behind this clinic is to let children know that the nurses and doctors are there to make them better and fix their hurts. Because the teddy bear is a symbol of comfort and caring, children are encouraged to bring their favorite bear or stuffed animal. With the bear as the primary patient, participants will be weighed and measured, and have their blood pressure taken. Teddy bears who need extra care can be sutured, bandaged, or splinted. An x-ray will be taken of each teddy bear, and children can see various respiratory care treatments and equipment demonstrated on bears. Please view our Program and Event Calendar for Upcoming Programs

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