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At Theodora Children鈥檚 Charity we transform children鈥檚 experience of hospital from an environment that can be scary and isolating into a place of fun, play and laughter. We do this by sending professional performers, called Giggle Doctors, to bring moments of joy to children鈥檚 hospital bedsides.

Our presenter, young chef Ellis Barrie, first met the Giggle Doctors at Royal Manchester Children鈥檚 Hospital. Ellis explains: 鈥�When I first saw the Giggle Doctors bring laughter to sick children and making them feel comfortable, I had to get involved. For me it is evidence that humour makes people feel amazing.鈥�

We help children like Indira who you will hear about in our Radio 4 Appeal. Hospitals can be scary places for children, the experience can be isolating and cause a significant amount of distress and anxiety. Many children miss out on the opportunity to play and the all the benefits that come with it. That鈥檚 where our Giggle Doctors come in.

The Giggle Doctors are performers specially trained to work in the medical environment. By using music, magic, storytelling and play they improve wellbeing and bring magical moments to children facing huge challenges with their health. Last year our 24 Giggle Doctors visited over 33,000 children throughout England.