Every year on World Diabetes Day, we reflect on the challenges, progress and lived experiences of those managing diabetes. This year’s theme, “Diabetes in the Workplace,” shines a light on an often-overlooked truth: managing diabetes doesn’t stop when the shift starts. For many professionals, especially those working in high-pressure environments like healthcare, the workplace can […]
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When a Needle Becomes a Source of Trauma
How negative experiences can lead to lifelong fear — and how compassionate, trauma-informed care can help people rebuild trust in healthcare. Introduction For many people, medical care is meant to heal — but for some, even the smallest procedure can trigger deep fear. A rushed injection, a painful blood draw, or being dismissed when expressing […]
Overcoming Injection Fear: How to Self-Administer Anticoagulant Injections After Surgery
Overcoming Injection Fear: How to Self-Administer Anticoagulant Injections After Surgery Practical steps for patients, carers and clinicians to reduce needle anxiety and improve adherence to post-operative anticoagulant injections such as Clexane or Heparin. Why Anticoagulant Injections Are Prescribed After Surgery After surgery, the risk of developing blood clots increases—especially if mobility is reduced. To prevent […]
Improving Painful Procedures: Kids West Donates NeedleCalm to a local Paediatric Unit
Hospital visits often begin with a dreaded pinprick. For the millions of adults and children who fear needles, this simple procedure can cause significant distress and anxiety. Trypanophobia, or the fear of needles, can lead to avoidance of essential medical care, such as blood draws, vaccinations, and other necessary treatments. The impact of needle phobia […]
Lauren Barber Selected as Finalist for 2024 Innovation Leadership Award
We are thrilled to announce that our founder and CEO, Lauren Barber, has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 Innovation Leadership Award. This award, presented by InnovationAus, recognises leaders who have demonstrated significant innovation within their industries. A Testament to Innovative Leadership The Innovation Leadership Award is part of the InnovationAus Awards for […]
