Asthma and Allergies Could Start in the Womb, University of South Carolina Study Published: May 22, 2008 BBC -- First-born babies may be programmed in the womb to have a higher risk of asthma and allergy, research suggests. Related links ABC News This will open in a new window BBC News This will open in a new window EurekAlert! This will open in a new window Email this Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit Back to news