Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Holds Teddy Bear Fairs This Week

WHAT: Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Teddy Bear Fairs

WHEN:
Tuesday, April 15
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 16
8:30 t0 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, April 17
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Friday, April 18
8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

WHERE:
Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Main Lobby
2435 Forest Drive
Columbia, SC 29204

WHY: Providence Hospitals is hosting Teddy Bear Fairs for second graders from Richland School District One and Two. This event uses teddy bears to demonstrate various medical procedures. The goal is to expose children to health care and alleviate their fear of hospital settings. The fair includes several display booths; including radiology, nursing, infection control, respiratory therapy, physical rehabilitation, and exercise/nutrition.

CONTACT: Public Relations Coordinator Megan Wright
Work: (803) 256-5898
Cell: (803) 331-8478