THE VITAMIN K DEBATE: SHOTS, DROPS, AND THE DATA
From The Highwire by Del Bigtree
May 15, 2026 · 12 min
About this episode
The episode discusses the renewed debate over the newborn vitamin K shot, featuring an investigation into the claims and data surrounding it.
A new report is reigniting debate over the newborn vitamin K shot and sparking intense discussion among parents and physicians. Jefferey Jaxen investigates the claims, the data behind the headlines, and why some families are increasingly looking into alternatives.
People in this episode
Host: Del Bigtree
Guest: Jefferey Jaxen
Topics covered
- vitamin K
- newborn health
- parenting
- medical debate
- alternatives to vaccination
Keywords
- vitamin K shot
- newborn
- parents
- physicians
- medical data
- alternatives
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