Study shows exclusive breastfeeding in hospitals reduces early childhood asthma risk by 22%.

A study presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics conference found that infants exclusively fed breast milk during their hospital stay have a 22% reduced risk of developing asthma in early childhood. Researchers from Cincinnati Children's Hospital noted this trend persists even after accounting for various factors such as maternal race and insurance. The findings underscore the need for hospitals to support exclusive breastfeeding to promote long-term health outcomes.

September 27, 2024
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