Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Virtual Reality Eases Child's Surgery Anxiety in Hong Kong

4/7/2026

47 9 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Aidan's anxiety about his 2024 surgery at Hong Kong Children's Hospital diminished after using a virtual reality headset (VR).
The VR program guided him through the hospital, featuring a panda character, and let him explore the operating theatre.
The program also let him customize the procedure and included tricks from a 'giggle doctor'.
Afterward he said, "Was that all?"

1 of 1

Story summary

Aidan's anxiety about his 2024 surgery at Hong Kong Children's Hospital diminished after using a virtual reality headset (VR).
The VR program guided him through the hospital, featuring a panda character, and let him explore the operating theatre.
The program also let him customize the procedure and included tricks from a 'giggle doctor'.
Afterward he said, "Was that all?"