Surviving allergy season is a lot easier if you are prepared. Here are some tips to help you get ready. Be ready to clean your indoor air. Replace your regular HVAC filters with high quality filters so that you aren’t blowing pollen and mold around your house. Consider getting a hepa air filter to specifically […]
For most areas, spring tree pollen season is the season with the highest pollen concentrations. It is also the season with the highest number of allergy sufferers. Pollen comes from flowers, but the trees producing the major pollen types have flowers that most people wouldn’t recognize. Know what to look for. The flowers of the […]
Pollen levels can go from zero to ten thousand pollen grains per cubic meter and back to zero, all within one day. This fact makes hourly pollen counts very important to managing seasonal allergies. Ideally, you would do all of your outdoor activities when pollen levels are low and stay inside when pollen levels are […]
Pollen Wise is the only app that gives you real hourly pollen counts. Hourly pollen counts allow you to know what’s in the air right now. They also allow you to plan your outdoor activities around low pollen levels. Where do the hourly counts come from? Pollen Wise is fed by a network of automated […]
Pollen, dust, and other particles can wreak havoc on those who are sensitive to allergens, especially now that spring has sprung. One of the most annoying allergy symptoms is dry, irritated, or itchy eyes. Many people treat their allergy symptoms by avoiding the outdoors altogether, wearing a mask, or taking medications. But, a lesser known […]
Many people suffer their entire lives with allergies without ever visiting an allergy doctor. The reasons for not visiting an allergy doctor may range from fear to lack of awareness. Here are the things you should know when considering making an appointment with an allergist: What Happens When I Visit An Allergist? First, your allergist […]
Asthma and allergies often occur together and can be triggered by the same irritants like pollen and mold. Asthma symptoms can range from mild to severe and can be intermittent or a daily struggle. Here are some things you should consider when you suspect that you may have asthma: Some people are born with asthma […]
Many people with seasonal allergies experience the most suffering at night. Mitigating night-time allergy symptoms is critical for a good night sleep. Here are some things you can do to reduce your nighttime suffering: Take a shower. Before you go to bed, take a shower or bath. Pollen can cling to your clothes and body, […]
Itchy eyes caused by allergies can drive you up the wall. Allergies commonly affect the eyes, nose, and can even cause headaches. Allergies can cause your eyes to feel itchy, dry or watery, depending on your body and its particular chemistry. How Do Allergies Affect My Eyes? As your body reacts to seasonal allergies, your […]
If you suffer from allergies, you may want to consider getting allergy shots. Allergy shots are a method of treating allergies that can provide long-term results. These shots work by decreasing your sensitivity to the many allergens found all around us. Even after you stop receiving the shots, their benefits can last. The shots can […]
