'RFK Jr spillover effect' seeing fewer newborns get crucial vitamin K
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ABC News Australia reports that vitamin K injections for newborns are facing declining acceptance, as misinformation spreads through anti-vax communities on social media. The network connects the trend to vaccine skepticism from public figures including Robert Kennedy. The vitamin K shot prevents a rare but serious bleeding disorder in newborns that can be fatal without treatment.
Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-26/parents-refusing-l...
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