Being afraid of needles is common, but for some people, the fear may be so intense that it prevents them from getting important shots, such as the COVID-19 vaccination. With more vaccine doses on the ...

If you’re one of the many adults who hate needles, you may be in luck. Scientists have taken inspiration from squids’ high-pressure liquid jets and developed a needle-free device to inject drugs into ...

Trypanophobia is an intense fear of needles, affecting children and adults, and may lead to avoiding medical care. This phobia may stem from past negative experiences, a reflex to blood or injury, or ...

Needles are used in some of the most common and vital procedures, yet around 25% of US adults fear them. It is estimated that approximately 16% of those people may skip a procedure due to this fear.