If you are sniffing and sneezing a lot more lately, you are hardly alone.
Climate change is making seasonal allergies worse, an expert says.
DR Richard Weber, President of the American College of Allergy and Immunology says that "with the combination of increased temperatures and carbon dioxide we are seeing the dramatic change and allergy sufferers can probably feel that change
We are experiencing longer allergy, seasons earlier onset and there is just more pollen in the air> Millions of people have seasonal allergies also known as hay fever and they will have to cope with earlier and longer allergy seasons.
DISCOVER YOUR ALLERGY TRIGGERS:
About one in every 5 people develops allergies. Allergies arise when the immune system overreacts to a harmless substance known as an allergen. The reaction can be as mild as a sneeze or as deadly as anaphylactic shock. The best way to reduce allergy symptoms is to avoid your allergens.
POSSIBLY YOU MAY BE ALLERGIC TO:
A. Animal Dander
B. Cockroaches
C. Cosmetic allergies
D. Medicines
E. Insects bite/stings
F. Food allergies
G. Dust Mites
H. Mischievous moulds {need lots of moisture to survive and grow generally bathrooms and basements inside the home.
I. Fragrances: deodrants, baby powder, sunscreens, etc.
SOME TIPS FOR PEOPLE WITH SEASONAL ALLERGIES:
a. Start taking your allergy medications before your immune system kicks into high gear. Once its there, allergy medications are less effective and take longer to relieve symptoms.
b. Do outdoor activities early in the morning. Pollen counts are highest in midday.
c. Keep your windows closed even at night. While pollen levels peak at midday, enough pollen keeps floating in the air to cause trouble during the night. Changing climate is affecting human allergies.