Low parental income and education level may be linked to the risk of severe bacterial infections in children

Low parental income and education level may be linked to the risk of severe bacterial infections in children

Posted by HUS on August 10, 2026

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The risk of severe bacterial infection is slightly increased in families with lower parental income and, in particular, lower maternal education level. The results are based on the first Finnish registry study that covered the entire population, combining extensive national records on infectious diseases and socio-economic data.

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The risk of severe bacterial infection is slightly increased in families with lower parental income and, in particular, lower maternal education level. The results are based on the first Finnish registry study that covered the entire population, combining extensive national records on infectious diseases and socio-economic data.

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