DISTRESSED youngsters who have the misfortune to end up in the A and E department at Worcestershire Royal Hospital will now have something to put a smile on their face.
The Freemasons have donated brightly coloured teddy bears for TLC - or 'teddies for loving care' - which can be handed out at the discretion of staff.
Sister Linda Ingles said the bears have a calming effect on children.
"Children like the bears and are distracted from any pain and discomfort they are feeling and we would like to thank the Masons for their support," she added.
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