Kids afraid of getting shots? Here are 3 easy ways for parents to help them
A pediatrician recommends helping your child cope with getting vaccines by employing “The Three P’s” – Preparation, Proximity and Praise.
Lynn Gardner, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Director of Pediatric Residency Program, Morehouse School of Medicine
• conversation
March 29, 2022 • ~5 min
March 29, 2022 • ~5 min
Over half of adults unvaccinated for COVID-19 fear needles – here's what's proven to help
Free doughnuts and lotteries may drive some people to get their COVID-19 vaccine. But for those who are afraid of needles, other interventions may be necessary.
Amy Baxter, Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Augusta University
• conversation
June 11, 2021 • ~8 min
June 11, 2021 • ~8 min
Fear of needles could be a hurdle to COVID-19 vaccination, but here are ways to overcome it
What happens when we have a COVID-19 vaccine – and millions are afraid of a needle?
Amy Baxter, Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, Augusta University
• conversation
June 8, 2020 • ~8 min
June 8, 2020 • ~8 min
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