Rain can reduce the impact of pollen by washing out these particles and causing flower heads to become wet, which slows down their ability to disperse the allergen. Read More »
Archive for April, 2013
Spring cleaning tips that are good for the environment.
While giving your house its annual deep cleaning this spring, it’s important to consider your own health as well as what’s best for the environment. Here are some tips that will help you keep this yearly ritual as green as possible. Read More »
Helpful tips for parents of children with seasonal allergies
“If your child’s allergy symptoms are interfering with his or her daily life, there is no reason to let the child suffer,” pediatric allergist Dr. Joyce Rabbit said in a Loyola University Health System press release. “Allergy symptoms are very treatable. Some people think it’s just something they need to ‘live with’ but that’s not the case.” Read More »
Did you know that your pets may be allergic to pollen?
During this time of the year, however, it’s important to remember that humans aren’t the only ones who can become uncomfortable when in the presence of pollen. In addition to treating your seasonal allergies, there are signs to look out for in your pets that may indicate that they are suffering, as well. Read More »
Allergy doctor dispels myths and offers helpful advice for this pollen season
In an April 24 article featured by CNN Health, Dr. Clifford Bassett, Allergy and Asthma Care of New York’s medical director, debunked some common myths and shared helpful information that can assist allergy sufferers during what experts are calling the worst pollen season in years. Read More »
How to coexist with pollen this allergy season
Rather than letting your pollen allergy control you and prevent you from enjoying the beautiful outdoors, there are certain steps you can take that make it possible to co-exist with this irritating allergen. Read More »
Pollen count in Tallahassee, Florida, is higher than usual
On a scale of zero to 12, the pollen count in Tallahassee has averaged an eight, reaching a high of 10.8 on March 25. Read More »
When spring cleaning, it’s helpful to start with a strategy
“You want to be systematic. Don’t start one thing before you’ve finished another,” John Buckridge, who owns Merry Maids in East Hartford, told the Courant. “Otherwise, you’ll end up with a bunch of half-completed tasks.” Read More »
These foods may help combat seasonal allergy symptoms
Fortunately, there are a number of natural remedies that can help you fight allergies. Here are some foods you may want to eat this season that can be beneficial in fending off these annoying triggers. Read More »
Experts predict Northern California allergy season will be lengthy and severe
Notably warm and dry weather has set the spring allergy season into motion sooner than usual, reports the San Jose Mercury News, and there are theories that climate change has also contributed to the length and severity. Read More »
