Children in rural areas may face a higher risk of developing type 1 diabetes due to reduced microbial exposureโsupporting the hygiene hypothesis. Balancing outdoor play, animal contact & less sanitizer use may help train the immune system. #T1D #RuralHealth
ENDOCRINOLOGY < class="penci-entry-title entry-title grid-title penci_grid_title">Living in rural areas may elevate risk for developing type 1 diabetes