Sawbones: Vitamin K

No, not the musical artist who sang the graduation song (that's Vitamin C). Vitamin K has been in the news a little bit lately because it's often given as a shot to newborns. Dr. Sydnee talks about the history of its discovery, what it is for, why it's important, and why in the world it's called Vitamin K. Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers Marsha P. Johnson Institute: Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights):

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Sawbones: Vitamin K is an episode from Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine by Justin McElroy.

This episode is 00:36:10 long.

This episode was published on Apr 7, 2026.

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