HC And - Mors eller fars kræft

Preparation for Children Going to the Hospital

"HC And - When Mother or Father Has Cancer" is a resource developed through a collaboration between the Oncology Department R at H.C. Andersen Children and Youth Hospital, Odense University Hospital, hospitalized children, their families, and 10:30 Visual Communication.

Designed specifically for children aged 4-7, HC And serves as patient information aimed at preparing young children and reducing their anxiety when faced with unfamiliar hospital terminology. This tool introduces the youngest children, along with their families and friends, to the general course of cancer treatment at the hospital.

The content is delivered through a child's voice and engaging animations, falling into the genre of "Learning through play with tablet/mobile phone/touch screen." This approach aligns with the learning style of children in this age group, who best understand and retain information through play and concrete examples. As relatives of cancer patients, children can easily become overwhelmed with information, so HC And is structured into short, age-appropriate sequences. This format allows "newbies" to start their learning journey here comfortably.

The material comprises seven staged stories that address questions about cancer, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Hospital staff can utilize this resource as an educational tool to establish a shared understanding with the child.

HC And is available for free download to everyone.

What's New in the Latest Version 1.1.4

Last updated on Oct 11, 2024, the API level has been updated.