My child is afraid of needles. Are there options for them to get vaccinated other than at school?

Question: 

My child is afraid of needles. Are there options for them to get vaccinated other than at school?

Answer: 
Children who don’t feel comfortable getting vaccinated at school or would like extra support can get vaccinated at their local *health unit. Some family doctors also provide vaccines. 
 
 
 
*Health units are also called public health units, community health centres, or primary care homes in some areas of BC. 
 
Date last reviewed: 
Monday, Feb 07, 2022