Summary
Experts say that allergy season can be tough for many people in the U.S., with symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyes caused by pollen. Climate change is making allergy seasons last longer, but new treatments are becoming more helpful. Tips for managing allergies include avoiding pollen, using proper medications, and consulting an allergist if symptoms are severe.
Key Facts
- Allergy season affects millions of Americans with symptoms like runny noses and itchy eyes.
- Climate change is making allergy seasons longer and more severe.
- Effective treatments for allergies have improved over the past decade.
- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks cities based on how challenging they are for allergy sufferers.
- Pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds causes many allergy symptoms.
- Pollen trackers are available to help people choose good times to be outdoors.
- Keeping windows closed and changing clothes can help reduce exposure to pollen.
- Over-the-counter nasal sprays and allergy pills are common treatments, but must be used correctly.
