HEALTH CLAIM ARCHIVE
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"Vitamin K shots for newborns can be dangerous."
This claim is FALSE. Newborn babies have low levels of vitamin K, which is important for blood clotting and bone metabolism. Low levels of vitamin K put babies at risk for sudden internal bleeding which can be life-threatening. Vitamin K shots are safe and effective in preventing these serious bleeding problems. The myths currently circulating about vitamin K shots are not supported by scientific research.
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