Spring is Here!

Well spring is here, and so is allergy season for millions of Americans across our great land.
For the most part, airborne pollens cause seasonal allergies, which is a very fine powder released by trees and other flowers and plants alike.  This powder is released when the plants and trees pollinate and fertilize other plants of the same kind.  The molds inside our homes and the outdoor air can also cause seasonal allergies.
 
Here are a few steps that help anyone prevent or relieve symptoms.

Use over-the-counter antihistamines for relief.  Most people will receive effective relief this way.
Keep your home’s doors and windows closed.  For the most part this will keep out pollens and molds from entering.

Limit outdoor activity, particularly in the morning.  When pollen counts are at their highest - about 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.

When traveling in your car, keep the windows up.  This will help by keeping the pollens and molds from entering.

Take a shower and change clothes.  Pollen will collect on your clothes and body.  By washing your clothes and taking a show, this will reduce the amount of pollen in the home.

As always you should follow what your doctor recommends.

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