# More US parents refuse newborn vitamin K shot, risking dangerous bleeding

https://mins.news/en/video/40638

- Reuters, 2026-09-01 15:46 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFXdEQC1JJY

> 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.

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