Gut Micriobiome and Its Role in Allergy and Asthma

One of the hottest topics in medical science today is the role of the gut microbiome and its affect on various aspects of a person's health. A recent study looked at whether it can help predict the likelihood of a child having health issues linked to allergy and asthma.

Christine Cole Johnson, PhD, MPH, from Henry Ford Hospital discussed some early research on the topic during the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Annual Meeting in Houston.