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HealthMore US parents refuse newborn vitamin K shot, risking dangerous bleeding

The share of U.S. parents and caregivers refusing the standard vitamin K shot for newborns has risen sharply this year, increasing the risk of dangerous bleeding. An earlier video incorrectly said six vaccines are given at birth and was deleted; only one is given.

RReuters 2026-09-01 15:46