One of my earliest memories from pediatric residency was physically restraining a crying, screaming, shaking child who needed a blood draw for cancer. I knew we were doing the right thing. But we were ...

Choosing the right needle size and injection site isn’t just about technique — it can make vaccines safer, more effective, and less painful. From weight-based needle length guidelines to strategies ...

Trypa-what? Trypanophobia? If you've ever tried to search for "needle phobia" or "fear of shots," you've probably come across some very odd and confusing terms. But this condition is very real, and a ...

As a nurse, one of the most ubiquitous things I hear is, “Oh, I hate needles!” This is a very common fear for most people. In its severe form, the fear of needles is called trypanophobia. Experts say ...

Not many people enjoy getting a shot, but some people feel particularly anxious about it, which may make it more painful. Several strategies can help reduce anxiety and ease post-injection pain.