Health Briefs TV and How to Get a Jump on Spring Allergies

We welcome spring and its warmer weather. We don’t welcome the allergies that come with it. Health Briefs TV covers how to get a jump on spring allergies.

People who live in the south will vouch for how much pollen is in the air by the amount of pollen on their cars. Spring is tree pollen time and it is also grass and flower pollen time. Other factors of spring allergies changes in the atmosphere are shifting pollen patterns and warmer temperatures for longer periods of time. The higher the temperature, the more favorable pollen is to aerosolization. Pollen causes sneezing, watery eyes and for some migraines.

Mold is another spring allergy. As with pollen, warm air helps mold grow everywhere. Mold, a miniscule fungi, can live almost anywhere from soil, plants, bathrooms and even older cars. Mold spores are in the air. They are more prevalent in warm weather climates.

Hay fever is another spring allergy. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than 19 million adults and six million children live with and manage this type of allergy. Symptoms include sneezing, stuffiness, runny noses, itchiness in the nose and roof of the mouth, throat and, having itchy eyes.

Health Briefs TV relays some tips for get ahead of spring allergies:

• Use a smart phone app to see what the pollen count is in your area for the day and week.
• Use a nasal steroid spray. Start it one to two weeks before the onslaught of pollen season.
• Over-the-counter antihistamines are also very good at curbing allergy symptoms.
• Allergy shots may also work to ease symptoms.
• Ask your doctor if a sublingual tablet (melts under the tongue) is advisable for you.

Keep mind that taking a shower before bed is best because it washes allergens off of the body and away from beds. It is also a good idea to stay inside when the pollen count is the highest. Get ahead of spring allergies this year.

Health Briefs TV Offers Tip to Rid Home of Allergies

Twenty percent of the US population suffers from allergies. And our homes are one of the most common places where allergens can ruin a good night’s rest or a day’s worth of family fun. Health Briefs TV shares some tips to get rid of allergies in the home.

Bathrooms – Use a mold and mildew killing cleaner on all hard surfaces such as shower floors and bathroom walls. Turn the ventilator fan on every time someone uses the shower and leave it on for 15 minutes after getting out of the shower to suck moisture from the air. Wipe the spaces around sinks and toilets once a week to prevent mold buildup.

Living, family and other rooms – Get rid of plug-in air fresheners which can emit VOCs and exasperate allergies. When dusting furniture, use a spray that collects and hold the particles. Vacuum the furniture to get rid of pet hair and dander.

Bedrooms – Wash bed linens in hot water and dry on hot once a week to thoroughly wash out mites and other irritants. The Health Briefs TV show suggests purchasing allergy-proof pillow covers.

Other places – Search high and low for drips from pipes, fridges and freezers and washers. Even a small drip can make a dry spot a moldy spot in time.

Ban mold, mildew, dust mites and other irritants from the home every day and week with these easy to do chores. No one wants to spend the spring and summer months sneezing, wiping watery eyes or runny noses.