Telethon funded paediatric scanning suite turns scary Fiona Stanley Hospital visits into ‘exciting’ adventure

핵심 요약

• A new paediatric scanning suite at Fiona Stanley Hospital in Murdoch has transformed hospital visits for WA’s sickest children. The suite, funded by Telethon and Mineral Resources, features colourful decorations and specialised equipment designed to make the experience less frightening.
• The number of children requiring ultrasound scans has more than doubled in the past decade, with over 1700 children undergoing 2376 scans in 2024 alone.
• The new facility offers a dedicated paediatric ultrasound machine, improving comfort and diagnostic capabilities for young patients.