Health Tip: Taming a Pollen Allergy

(HealthDay News) -- Spring and summer may bring warmer weather, but they also bring on cases of the sneezes and sniffles for people with seasonal pollen allergies.

The U.S. National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences says pollen counts typically are higher between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. and on dry, hot and windy days.

The agency suggests:

  • Stay inside between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m.
  • Engage in outdoor activities in the late afternoon or after a heavy rain.
  • Keep windows in your home and car closed to reduce exposure to pollen.
  • To stay cool, use an air conditioner while avoiding window and attic fans.
  • Be aware that pollen can be brought inside on people and pets.
  • Dry clothes in an automatic dryer, rather than hanging them outside.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Some Chocolate Products Labeled 'Dairy-Free' Contain Milk, FDA Finds

    Planes' Air Ventilation Can't Spread Nut Allergens to Passengers: Study

    Wildfire Smoke Is Choking America's Cities -- Is Yours on the List?

    How to Treat Spring Allergies: A Graduated Approach

    Seasonal Allergies Likely To Grow Worse Under Climate Change

    Timing Might Be Everything With Asthma Inhalers

    Wildfires in Western U.S., Canada Create Hazardous Air Conditions

    “Chameleon” Immune Cells Linked To Severe Asthma

    App Helps Asthma Patients Track Symptoms

    Could Asthma Harm a Child's Memory Skills?

    Experimental Nasal Spray Might Ward Off Multiple Viruses

    U.S. Government to Pay Moderna $176 Million to Develop mRNA Flu Vaccine

    Americans Still Consider COVID Major Public Health Threat

    Patient Hospitalized in Louisiana With First U.S. Case of Severe Bird Flu

    Most Americans Won't Get Vaccinated as Flu, COVID Season Looms: Survey