The order in which children are born may shape their risk of developing dozens of diseases, from autism and allergies to substance abuse.
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06/08/2026 - 14:07 GMT+2
Can the order in which kids are born determine a higher or lower risk of developing certain conditions?
Birth order is associated with disease risk more broadly than previously recognised, a new study has found.
The researchers analysed data from over 10 million individuals in two-child families, and identified significant associations for 150 diseases, ranging from psychiatric disorders to digestive issues.
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