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fromFortune
10 hours ago

It's not just vaccines. Parents are refusing other routine preventive care for newborns-even protection from severe bleeding and blindness | Fortune

Rising skepticism and anti-science sentiment are leading to increased refusals of vitamin K shots and other preventive care for newborns.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

A Vitamin Shot Given at Birth Prevents Lethal Brain Bleeds, but More Parents Are Opting Out

According to new research published today in JAMA, the rate of vitamin K shot refusals has risen nearly 80 percent in the U.S. between 2017 and 2024. The study, which examined medical records from more than five million births during that time period, found that the proportion of newborns who did not receive the injection climbed from 2.92 percent to 5.18 percent.
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fromTasting Table
4 months ago

These Mashed Potatoes Get A Healthy, Flavorful Boost From 2 Key Additions - Tasting Table

Roasted garlic and sautéed spinach boost mashed potatoes' flavor and nutrition, adding vitamin K, vitamins, fiber, and potential health benefits from garlic.
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