Allergy
Should You Wait ‘Til After Spring To Power Wash Your Home?
April 13, 2025, 9:08 am EDT
To power wash or not to power wash? If you’ve been debating this question for your home, watch this video to learn why home care experts agree that spring is one of the best times to power your house’s exterior even though pollen season is just getting started.
How To Deal With Allergies And Enjoy The Outdoors
April 12, 2025, 12:01 pm EDT
Knowing what triggers your allergies and tracking the pollen count are crucial parts of an allergy treatment plan.
What Dry, Mild Weather Means For Your Pollen Outlook
April 12, 2025, 10:38 am EDT
Allergy season is still going strong—and if you’ve been sneezing lately, here’s why. Tree pollen is staying high across the South, especially from oak and birch, and now we’re seeing grass pollen creeping up too. It’s a double whammy for allergy sufferers. So if you’re heading outside, keep that antihistamine handy and maybe hold off on mowing the lawn if you’re sensitive. Even though temperatures will dip in some locations this weekend, the warm, dry stretch of days will allow pollen to continue its creep northward. Here is your pollen forecast.
Heads Up Allergy Sufferers: Pollen Set To Make A Comeback
April 11, 2025, 1:58 pm EDT
Probably the only positive outcome from the devastating storms this past week has been a reduction in pollen. However, allergy sufferers should watch for the yellow stuff to make a big comeback as we head into the upcoming week. The air will dry out and many of the plants will be flourishing after their big drink. Here’s what’s ahead.
Allergy Sufferers Willing To Relocate To Ease Symptoms
April 9, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
Nearly half of U.S. adults suffering from spring airborne allergies say they would move to a new city if it meant escaping their symptoms.
What Dry, Mild Weather Means For Your Pollen Outlook
April 9, 2025, 8:01 am EDT
Allergy season is still going strong—and if you’ve been sneezing lately, here’s why. Tree pollen is staying high across the South, especially from oak and birch, and now we’re seeing grass pollen creeping up too. It’s a double whammy for allergy sufferers. So if you’re heading outside, keep that antihistamine handy and maybe hold off on mowing the lawn if you’re sensitive. Even though temperatures will dip in some locations this weekend, the warm, dry stretch of days will allow pollen to continue its creep northward. Here is your pollen forecast.
Does An Open Window Air Out Pollen Or Let It Crawl In?
April 8, 2025, 7:47 am EDT
When pollen comes to town, allergy sufferers may do almost anything to relieve their symptoms. One common solution is to open the windows for fresh air and to let the contaminants escape. But is this solution rooted in reality? Experts weigh in.
The Worst Plants For Allergies
April 8, 2025, 7:46 am EDT
Be aware of some common allergy-causing plants, flowers and trees.
Sneezing More? Temperatures Are Supercharging Your Allergies
April 4, 2025, 3:39 pm EDT
If your seasonal allergies feel worse than ever, you can thank temperature changes for ramping up pollen, creating longer allergy seasons, higher airborne allergen levels and more intense itchy eyes, sneezing and runny noses. Scientists warn certain conditions are causing tree pollen, ragweed and mold to spread farther and thrive longer, making spring allergies a growing problem for millions.
With A Longer Growing Season, Allergies Could Worsen
April 1, 2025, 6:58 am EDT
A longer growing season could likely mean a longer and more miserable allergy season according to a Climate Central analysis. Here is why you may need to stock up on more allergy medication.
