But for millions of people, the thought of going through this is alarming and even terrifying.
Raleigh-based therapist Stephanie Turner says fear of needles may be a problem for up to 25 percent of the population. And for seven to 10 percent, it s extreme fear. Dizziness, fatigue, and anxiety, heart palpitations. Blood pressure raised up. But then also for some people it can actually go into total avoidance, where people who are not even seeking medical treatments or dental treatments, so it can be really difficult for people. Turner says some people will develop syncope, vasovagal syncope, when they actually faint.
So then, what do you do in this age of COVID, when so much depends on getting vaccinated?