There is a general increase in the use of anti-biotics. For example some people use a “Hand-Sanitizer” at home to keep hands germs free. Now this may cause germ-free hands at that instant but the long term effects also need to be examined.
The general resistance power of the body against microorganisms is going down due to increase in use of anti-biotics. The bacteria have now become more resistant to cures.
Probably a good time to think about what home solutions can be used instead of anti-biotics and other things such as hand-sanitizers.
Even though its not conclusive yet, there is mounting evidence that child asthma in US might be related to the too much cleanliness. Here is an example of a canadian study that concludes that farm kids have lower risk of asthma….. http://www.physorg.com/news111766298.html