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Frequent Antibiotic Use in Kids Linked to Allergies

4/17/2025

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Rutgers Health researchers have uncovered a concerning link: frequent antibiotic use in children under two may heighten the risk of asthma, food allergies, and hay fever as they grow. By analyzing data from over 1 million UK babies, the study reveals potential long-term effects on the digestive microbiome, urging further investigation into these alarming connections.

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Rutgers Health researchers have uncovered a concerning link: frequent antibiotic use in children under two may heighten the risk of asthma, food allergies, and hay fever as they grow. By analyzing data from over 1 million UK babies, the study reveals potential long-term effects on the digestive microbiome, urging further investigation into these alarming connections.