Hospital da Luz Guimarães was partner in the organization of another edition of “Feira da Pequenada” , an initiative destined to children and youngsters up to 16, which took place this year between the 10 and 15 June at the city’s Multipurpose Hall. Along six days, the young ones were able to enjoy a series of activities, namely games, inflatable playgrounds, a slide and even a mechanical bull, among other attractions. The participants had the opportunity to watch and listen to Hospital da Luz inch and a half “specialists”, in the series Doctor for a day , who explained what happens in a hospital centre. The purpose is helping children lose their fear of “white coats” and visits to hospital, by showing in videos, in a realistic yet fun way, what really happens when kids need to go to the hospital. Here, children play doctors, nurses, health technicians and patients, to show all other kids that there is nothing to be afraid of since, as one of them says in a video, “going to Hospital da Luz is fine and cures everything!” The event “Feira da Pequenada”, that is already a tradition in Guimarães, was created keeping families and groups of friends in mind, with initiatives promoting physical activity. Hospital da Luz Guimarães thanks the organization, Divarte Animations and 3 Steps Events, for the invitation, and thanks all the children that have participated in the activities developed. This is another way to promote a healthier life and prevent disease.
