C-Section babies get a microbiome boost to fight allergies

NCT ID NCT03567707

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study explores whether exposing C-section babies to their mother's vaginal bacteria shortly after birth can lower their risk of developing allergies and asthma. Researchers are enrolling 114 infants with a family history of allergic diseases. The goal is to see if this simple exposure helps build a healthier immune system.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    New York, New York, 10029, United States

  • Mount Sinai West

    New York, New York, 10019, United States

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