Fear of needles could be a hurdle to COVID-19 vaccination, but here are ways to overcome it
- Written by Amy Baxter, Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Augusta University
The widespread fear of needles is a public health problem, particularly in the time of COVID-19.Getty Images / Sean GallupAs progress continues toward finding a vaccine that prevents COVID-19, millions of Americans are frightened at even the notion of getting a shot: Studies suggest 63% of young adults – those born in 2000 or later –...