A new way to deliver delicate drugs, no jabbing required
It will be a relief for anyone who has a distaste for needles
PLENTY OF PEOPLE hate needles. Indeed, it is probably the case that a portion of those refusing to be vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 might be doing so simply because they do not want the discomfort of being jabbed. A new invention could help—for those who are needle-shy, how about taking a pill instead?
This article appeared in the Science & technology section of the print edition under the headline “Trypanophobics rejoice!”
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