{"id":1520,"date":"2016-07-12T12:48:40","date_gmt":"2016-07-12T02:48:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mvec.vic.edu.au\/?page_id=1520"},"modified":"2025-09-23T10:48:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T00:48:57","slug":"needle-phobia","status":"publish","type":"references","link":"https:\/\/mvec.mcri.edu.au\/vi\/references\/needle-phobia\/","title":{"rendered":"Needle anxiety and phobia"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"row-unique-0\"><div class=\"row single-top-padding single-bottom-padding one-h-padding full-width row-parent\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><\/p>\n<h2>L\u00fd l\u1ecbch<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many children and adults find the experience of having a needle to be unpleasant. However, for some people the experience is much more difficult, presenting as a phobia characterised by both severe and persistent anxiety and fear. This patient group often avoids needle<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"><div id=\"space\"><\/div><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">related experiences, including immunisation. However, avoiding immunisation leaves an individual susceptible to vaccine<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"><div id=\"space\"><\/div><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">preventable diseases that can cause serious illness, which may lead to other invasive and stressful medical interventions or ongoing health complications. Needle phobia can be a lifelong problem if not managed properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Similarly, individuals with <a href=\"https:\/\/mvec.mcri.edu.au\/references\/autism-and-immunisation\/\">autism spectrum disorder (ASD)<\/a> or intellectual disability often find needle-related experiences and immunisation difficult. Reasons may include past experiences, previous medical trauma, and unfamiliar or overstimulating environments. This impacts immunisation rates and coverage in this patient group which is concerning as underlying causes for disability (e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/mvec.mcri.edu.au\/references\/preterm-infant-immunisation\/\">prematurity<\/a>) can increase vulnerability to vaccine-preventable infections and disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>khuy\u1ebfn ngh\u1ecb<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It is important to recognise that every needle-related experience will have an impact on future experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Implementing the following strategies can minimise discomfort and stress and increase the support for people who find immunisation challenging. Utilising these strategies <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">may also be helpful to prevent a fear of needles from developing into needle phobia<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. The best approach will vary depending on circumstances, and from person to person. Immunisation procedures work best when caregivers, immunisation providers and vaccine-recipients work together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Before vaccination<\/h3>\n<p>\n<\/div><div id=\"mpc_accordion-336a3c64ff32099\" class=\"mpc-accordion mpc-init mpc-transition accordion-tab\" ><ul class=\"mpc-accordion__content\"><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-466a3c64ff3207f\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Preparation<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Making time <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">before the procedure <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">for the immunisation provider and parent\/caregiver\/support person to discuss the types of strategies to implement that will assist in the procedure going smoothly. The parent\/caregiver\/support person plays a vital role in the vaccination process because they know the vaccine-recipient best, including their past experiences, behaviours, communication methods, and what may be helpful. Preparing an individualised plan for how to approach the experience in advance, as well as having a backup plan and knowing when to abandon the attempt, will support everyone\u2019s expectations at the appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reviewing the pre-immunisation checklist and discussing the expected side effects, any post-vaccination care required and gaining consent all in advance of the appointment will mean that there is less distraction and delay on the day. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-466a3c64ff3207f\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Environment<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It is generally recommended that children and adults with anxiety, intellectual disabilities or needle phobia avoid attending large scale vaccination sites for immunisation. These sites tend to be loud and busy which can increase distress. Smaller settings such as GP clinics are preferred as they are usually quieter and therefore less overwhelming. In addition, they do not have the same time constraints as busy clinics, alleviating the pressure to complete the procedure quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Being able to dim the lights, reduce sounds, and having enough space for a person to move their body can support people who may be overwhelmed by the sensory stimulus as well as maintain staff safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-466a3c64ff3207f\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Communication<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It is important to consider the language used and the way to speak about immunisation with vaccine-recipients. Needle phobia is real, and it is okay for a person to be scared. Criticism can make the fear or anxiety worse. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It may be helpful for a carer\/support person to inform a vaccine-recipient in advance about an upcoming appointment because the surprise may leave the person feeling a loss of control. How far in advance to provide this information is very dependent on the individual and is often based on a person\u2019s age, past-experience, ability to understand the information. Keeping the conversation short and the information age\/ability-appropriate is important. For example, using words like \u201carm medicine\u201d or \u201cvaccine\u201d may be more helpful than \u201cneedle\u201d or \u201cinjection\u201d. Where possible, avoid telling someone to \u201cbe brave\u201d as it may inadvertently encourage them to suppress their emotions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Using clear (not ambiguous) and simple language and allowing pauses for information processing is helpful. Discussing one idea at a time also avoids overwhelming a person. Using a calm and low tone of voice can be soothing. Limiting choices or using \u201cguided choices\u201d can support the procedure by giving the vaccine-recipient control in the process. For example, asking a child \u201cdo you want to sit on mum\u2019s lap or dad\u2019s lap?\u201d gives them some choice while controlling the outcome of sitting on someone\u2019s lap.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-466a3c64ff3207f\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Equipment and distraction<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Making sure that any equipment required is easily accessible. Needing to pause during the procedure to locate equipment can increase a person\u2019s anxiety about the experience and possibly lead to an unsuccessful attempt. This includes any equipment required for distraction to reduce anxiety (e.g. bubbles, toys, books, music).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The application of local anaesthetic cream or patches to the site should be done a minimum of 45 minutes prior to appointment (available for purchase from chemists) and may help to settle a person\u2019s fear of pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><\/p>\n<h3>During the procedure<\/h3>\n<p>\n<\/div><div id=\"mpc_accordion-696a3c64ff325b2\" class=\"mpc-accordion mpc-init mpc-transition accordion-tab\" ><ul class=\"mpc-accordion__content\"><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-616a3c64ff325a0\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Positioning<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A person should never be restrained for a procedure. However, a comfort hold, provided with consent, can offer a supportive and secure cuddle for the vaccine-recipient and help them to feel safe in the process. Comfort holds also reduce the likelihood of needle-stick injury for the vaccine-recipient and immunisation provider. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Positioning the vaccine-recipient appropriately also supports good visualisation of the injection site. It is important to remove tight clothing to expose the entire limb and ensure safe and accurate injection technique. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stimming (e.g. rocking or flapping) should be supported because they are behaviours that a person finds soothing during stressful situations. If stimming is stopped or prevented this will increase anxiety and distress and compromise the safety of the procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-616a3c64ff325a0\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Administration<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Preparing the vaccine prior to the vaccine-recipient entering the treatment room and keeping it out of sight can help minimise distress. This includes keeping the vaccine to your side or behind your back until the very moment of injection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some people will benefit from a countdown or other indication of timing to avoid an extended period of anxiety not knowing when the injection will occur.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Keeping any conversations as short as possible will reduce anticipation and therefore prevent escalation of anxieties. Where possible, vaccine recipients should be encouraged to look away as watching the injection can cause distress. Observing the injection can also result in a vasovagal reaction (faint) which can further fuel anxiety and fear when facing future injections. Instead focusing on age\/ability-appropriate distraction measures (e.g. bubbles, toys, book, song, tv), closing eyes or even wearing an eye mask can be helpful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Do not rush the vaccine-recipient to accept the vaccine as this will likely lead to an unsuccessful attempt. There should be a low threshold for referral to specialist immunisation clinics for sedation in the case of vaccine-recipients with <a href=\"https:\/\/mvec.mcri.edu.au\/references\/autism-and-immunisation\/\">autism spectrum disorder (ASD)<\/a> and some intellectual disabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><\/p>\n<h3>Post-procedure<\/h3>\n<p>\n<\/div><div id=\"mpc_accordion-356a3c64ff328c8\" class=\"mpc-accordion mpc-init mpc-transition accordion-tab\" ><ul class=\"mpc-accordion__content\"><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-366a3c64ff328b8\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Praise the effort<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It is important to praise the vaccine-recipient (and carer\/support person) for their efforts. Even if the vaccination attempt was unsuccessful, even entering the vaccine space is an achievement for someone with a phobia. Saying something like \u201cYou tried and even got as far as rolling up your sleeve, that\u2019s amazing!\u201d will have a huge impact on their confidence to try again next time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rewards can be helpful in creating positive memories about the vaccine experience and can build confidence and acceptance for future encounters. Though care needs to be taken not to add pressure\/stress by using the reward as a motivator for getting the vaccine in; a threat of not getting a reward is unhelpful.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><li class=\"mpc-accordion__item\"><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__heading mpc-transition\"><div data-id=\"mpc_icon-366a3c64ff328b8\" class=\"mpc-icon mpc-init mpc-transition mpc-effect-fade mpc-icon-hover\"><div class=\"mpc-icon-wrap\"><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-regular mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_right-down\"><\/i><i class=\"mpc-icon-part mpc-hover mpc-transition  eti eti_arrow_left-up\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><h3>Reflection<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__content mpc-container\" ><div class=\"mpc-accordion-item__wrapper\"><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">After any vaccin<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">ation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\"> attempt for someone with needle anxiety or phobia, it is important to reflect on the things that helped and the things that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">didn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">A conversation between <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">immunisation provider, care\/support person +\/- vaccine recipient will ensure that each perspective is considered. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">Documenting this will<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\">assist<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44649185 BCX0\"> in the success of future attempts.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><\/p>\n<h2>Additional support<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW136894703 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW136894703 BCX0\">While s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW136894703 BCX0\">ome people with needle phobia can be vaccinated in the community with support and safegu<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW136894703 BCX0\">ards in place, other may require specialist <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW136894703 BCX0\">treatment to undergo vaccination.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW193054457 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193054457 BCX0\">Specialist trained psychologists and more recently hypnotherapists have had significant success in giving an individual mechanisms and strategies to help overcome or manage their needle phobia. Considering either pathway is recommended as a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193054457 BCX0\">long-term<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193054457 BCX0\"> strategy to overcome needle phobia.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Sedation<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If immunisation attempts are unsuccessful in the community, a referral for vaccines to be administered under sedation may be considered.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:270,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Victorian paediatric services<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Royal Children\u2019s Hospital \u2013 Referrals for this service can be sent to <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Nurse Practitioner Immunisation <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">v<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">ia <\/span><a href=\"mailto:screferrals@rch.org.au\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">screferrals@rch.org.au<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Monash Health \u2013 Referrals can be submitted as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/monashhealth.org\/health-professionals\/referrals\/referrals-for-community-based-services\/healthlink-referrals-for-gps\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">HealthLink referral<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fitsclinic.com\/sedationclinic\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Family Immunisation and Travel Specialists (FITS)<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2013 Make an appointment via webpage \/ web referral<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Victorian adult services<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Monash Health \u2013 Referrals can be submitted as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/monashhealth.org\/health-professionals\/referrals\/referrals-for-community-based-services\/healthlink-referrals-for-gps\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">HealthLink referral<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TrackChangeTextInsertion TrackedChange SCXW238684781 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW238684781 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238684781 BCX0\">If you are based in another Australian <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238684781 BCX0\">jurisdiction<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TrackChangeTextInsertion TrackedChange SCXW238684781 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW238684781 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW238684781 BCX0\">, <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50317484 BCX0\">contact <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50317484 BCX0\">your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ncirs.org.au\/health-professionals\/specialist-immunisation-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeHovered CommentHighlightHovered SCXW50317484 BCX0\">local specialist immunisation service<\/span><\/a><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeHovered SCXW50317484 BCX0\"> for advice about accessing sedation.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><\/p>\n<h2>T\u00e0i li\u1ec7u<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rch.org.au\/rchcpg\/hospital_clinical_guideline_index\/Procedural_Pain_Management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Royal Children\u2019s Hospital Clinical Practice Guidelines for Procedural Pain Management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rch.org.au\/comfortkids\/for_kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Royal Children\u2019s Hospital comfort kids- for kids<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rch.org.au\/be-positive\/A_childs_guide_to_hospital\/Immunisation_Clinic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Royal Children\u2019s Hospital Be Positive: Immunisations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifa.org.au\/s\/Adults-Needlephobia.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Immunisation Foundation of Australia: Overcoming your fear of needles a guide for adults<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifa.org.au\/s\/Children-Needlephobia.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Immunisation Foundation of Australia: Tips for children with needle phobia a guide for parents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/podfollow.com\/1522239706\/episode\/bd302ee33314fe30204b0409179b0d0bdc076888\/view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RCH Kids Health Info Podcast: Fear of needles. What helps?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theconversation.com\/is-your-child-frightened-of-needles-heres-how-to-prepare-them-for-their-covid-vaccine-170791\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Conversation: Is your child frightened of needles? Here&#8217;s how to prepare them for their COVID vaccine<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medireadykids.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Medi Ready Kids<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.megfoundationforpain.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meg Foundation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<\/div><div class=\"uncode_text_column\" ><\/p>\n<div class=\"reviewedSection\">\n<p><strong>C\u00e1c t\u00e1c gi\u1ea3:<\/strong> Georgie Lewis (Clinical Manager, SAEFVIC, Murdoch Children\u2019s Research Institute), Rachael McGuire (MVEC Education Nurse Coordinator) and Lynn Addlem (Nurse Practitioner, RCH Immunisation Service)<\/p>\n<p class=\" translation-block\"><strong>\u0110\u01b0\u1ee3c xem x\u00e9t b\u1edfi:<\/strong> Rachael McGuire (\u0110i\u1ec1u Ph\u1ed1i Vi\u00ean Y T\u00e1 Gi\u00e1o D\u1ee5c MVEC)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ng\u00e0y:<\/strong> September 2025<\/p>\n<p>T\u00e0i li\u1ec7u trong ph\u1ea7n n\u00e0y \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c c\u1eadp nh\u1eadt khi c\u00f3 th\u00f4ng tin m\u1edbi v\u00e0 c\u00f3 v\u1eafc-xin. Nh\u00e2n vi\u00ean c\u1ee7a Trung T\u00e2m Gi\u00e1o D\u1ee5c V\u1eafc-xin Melbourne (MVEC) th\u01b0\u1eddng xuy\u00ean xem x\u00e9t \u0111\u1ed9 ch\u00ednh x\u00e1c c\u1ee7a c\u00e1c t\u00e0i li\u1ec7u.<\/p>\n<p>You should not consider the information on this site to be specific, professional medical advice for your personal health or for your family\u2019s personal health. 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