Back in March, Tom Tomezsko prepared himself for a last-minute trip to CVS. He packed lots of water, some candy, and a bag of frozen peas — all in preparation for a vaccine appointment. Tom has a fear ...

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 ...

While most of us don’t love needles, it’s estimated that at least 10% of the population has a needle phobia that prevents them from seeking out essential medical care. It’s a concern for health ...