Seasonal HEALTH Information

SEASONAL ALLERGIES

From the Allergy & Asthma Network: Seasonal Allergies

Seasonal allergies peak in spring and fall in our area. Spring allergies are often triggered by pollen released from trees and grass heading into early summer. In late summer into fall, ragweed and other plants are the main culprits. Allergies can cause cold-like symptoms (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose) and itching of the eyes, nose, or throat. For people with asthma, exposure to certain allergens can trigger asthma symptoms.

For seasonal allergies, it can be helpful to monitor daily allergy conditions if someone in your family is sensitive to pollen. For more information about pollen and health, and prevention tips for high pollen conditions, see the CDC’s website on Pollen and Your Health.

Treatment for mild allergy symptoms are available without a prescription. Always be cautious using medications in children. The FDA has a helpful guide to allergy treatments, including treatments for children. The National Center for Complementary Health has information on non-medication therapies for seasonal allergy relief.

If you have allergies, enjoying the warmer weather can be much more pleasant with a little extra work!