Blood Donation: 5 Tips to Overcome Your Fear of Needles

How to overcome your fear of needles:
1. Share your fear with our Red Cross staff. They will tell you what to expect during each step of the process and help calm your nerves.
2. Listen to music - it can help you relax and ease your mind.
3. Bring a friend or family member to talk with you while you donate-maybe someone who has donated in the past. Your friend or family member could even donate blood with you.
4. Close your eyes, take a deep breath and slowly exhale. Think of a happy, stress-free place like the beach or a park.
5. Remember, that quick pinch is helping to save someone’s life. And you’ll feel great knowing you have made a lifesaving difference.
Make an appointment today at RedCrossBlood.org.