AZ Vesalius Tongeren Receives Colorful Wall Murals Thanks to Jan Vertonghen Foundation

3 October 2024

The pediatric department of AZ Vesalius in Tongeren has received a cheerful makeover! Thanks to the support of the Jan Vertonghen Foundation, colorful wall murals of Staf the Giraffe and his savanna friends now adorn the walls. These artworks help children feel more at ease during their hospital visit.

The pediatric department of AZ Vesalius in Tongeren is now a celebration of colors and animals. The Jan Vertonghen Foundation has enabled the creation of stunning wall murals featuring Staf the Giraffe and his friends, designed by artist Wim Soons. From a roller-skating elephant to a gaming lion – the cheerful figures are everywhere.

“A hospital visit can be exciting and scary for children,” says Dr. Sara Lecoutere. “With these wall murals, we hope to quickly put them at ease. Even in the entrance hall, children are warmly welcomed by a large mural of Staf.”

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