The practice of drawing blood has changed very little over the decades. It looks about the same now as it did 50 years ago. That process, however, may be about to get a modern makeover. Several health ...

Folks who’ve experienced a painful blood draw or can’t bear to watch the needle go in might be interested to hear that a new phlebotomist could soon be making the rounds. More than one, in fact.

DEAR DR. ROACH: While most aspects of modern medical care don’t bother me, I despise blood draws from either arm. I always faint when it’s done, and I feel awful afterward for what seems like a long ...