Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

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Last mentioned: Mar 21, 2026

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Beyond Vaccines: Rising Refusal of Newborn Preventive Care Signals Health Crisis

A growing trend of parental refusal for essential newborn interventions, including Vitamin K injections and antibiotic eye ointments, is creating significant risks for neonatal health. This shift, fueled by medical skepticism and 'natural' parenting movements, is forcing healthcare providers to reevaluate communication strategies and legal frameworks for infant care.

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