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propublica.orgworld35 days ago
Autopsy Reports Detail Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding Deaths in Newborns
Autopsy records reviewed by ProPublica show vitamin K deficiency bleeding as the cause of death in several infants whose parents declined the standard newborn shot. The reports list medical interventions attempted and note that the shot was not administered at birth.
kff.orgscience39 days ago
World Health Organization Releases 2026 World Health Statistics Report
The 59-page report consolidates health-related Sustainable Development Goal indicators, assesses progress toward global targets and reviews topics including healthy life expectancy, premature mortality, the Triple Billion targets and inequalities in immunization. Progress towards…
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citizen.co.zaworld59 days ago
State Department Releases PEPFAR Data Showing HIV Treatment Trends After Budget Cuts
The U.S. State Department released data on the PEPFAR program, indicating a slight decline in people on HIV treatment amid a 30% budget reduction. Officials highlighted increases in preventive measures for pregnant women, while experts noted drops in testing and support services.…