Needle phobia is an under-reported healthcare crisis. Clinically known as trypanophobia, it is one of the top 10 American fears. People who are afraid of needles avoid going to the doctor, skip vaccinations, avoid flu shots, and don't donate blood.
5 tips to help kids overcome fear
Healthline Networks is launching the groundbreaking public health campaign, "Big Shots Get Shots," to help eliminate needle phobia. Included in the campaign is the first ever app launched to help children overcome their fear of needles (www.BigShotsGetShots.com).
To download the app visit https://itunes.apple.com
5 tips to help kids overcome fear
Healthline Networks is launching the groundbreaking public health campaign, "Big Shots Get Shots," to help eliminate needle phobia. Included in the campaign is the first ever app launched to help children overcome their fear of needles (www.BigShotsGetShots.com).
To download the app visit https://itunes.apple.com
Distraction helps ease pain. As part of the campaign, Healthline developed an innovative, free iPhone appto help parents distract their children while getting shots. Research shows that needle phobia usually develops around age 4 or 5 with a traumatic immunization experience. "
See a video of the App HERE
See a video of the App HERE
