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What is Vitamin K deficiency bleeding, and why does it occur in newborns? Here's what the new study found

A 347% increase has been witnessed in the number of newborns suffering from the Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB) in the US between 2017 and 2025, a new study has found. The reason for this rise seems to be that fewer newborns are receiving vitamin K injections, said researchers. Vitamin…

The Economic Times · Nov 10

Newborn Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding Diagnoses Nearly Doubled in 2025 as Fewer Babies Got the Shot

Vitamin K deficiency bleeding diagnoses rose to 1,764 among U.S. infants in 2025 as newborn shot uptake fell, while studies found higher bleeding risks without the injection.

Medical Daily · Nov 8

VCU Secures $3.8 Million NIH Grant to Investigate a Potential New Approach to Heart Failure Treatment

VCU researchers will use a $3.8 million NIH grant to test an IL-1-blocking medication in 80 patients hospitalized with acute heart failure, with recruitment expected in 2027.

Medical Daily · Oct 30

I served as a college president for nearly two decades – I know choosing the right commencement speaker can be fraught with risks

The 2024 commencement season has been one of the most contentious in recent memory. Amid pro-Palestinian protests at campuses nationwide over the war in the Gaza Strip, some universities – such as Columbia University and the University of Southern California – have canceled their commencement ceremonies. Others, such as Duke…

The Conversation · May 17, 2024

Pro-Palestinian Protests Disrupt U.S. University Commencements

Protests over Israel-Hamas conflict impact U.S. university commencements, leading to disruptions and demonstrations.

Top News · May 13, 2024

Hotter weather due to climate change could lead to more mosquitos: Study

A recent study conducted by Virginia Commonwealth University scientists found that a warmer environment may result in more mosquitos as predators struggle to maintain their number. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 24, 2023

Hotter weather because of climate change may mean more mosquitos: Study

According to a recent study done by Virginia Commonwealth University experts, a warmer environment may result in more mosquitos as predators struggle to manage their population. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 19, 2023

Petting other people's dogs, even briefly, can boost your health

You don't even have to own one. Research shows just 5 to 20 minutes interacting with other people's pooches can reduce stress hormones and increase well-being.

WEKU · Aug 3, 2023

Study: Extreme heat increases summer health care costs by $1 billion in ‘ominous trajectory’

A new study from Virginia Commonwealth University published by the Center for American Progress has reported that the heat wave running rampant across the U.S. is significantly inflating health care costs. The authors of the study — an interdisciplinary group of faculty, staff and students from the university — estimated…

Tribune News Service · Jul 19, 2023

People Who Struggle To Fall Asleep More Likely To Suffer A Stroke

Doctors found the stroke risk went up 51 percent among those who had five to eight insomnia symptoms. 

Zenger · Jun 12, 2023