A Stronger, Longer Allergy Season Is Here
For > 100 million Americans affected by asthma and allergy, the spring season brings more than just blooming flowers and warmer days—it also means itchy eyes, constant sneezing, and a steady stream of over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medications.1 With that being said, this upcoming allergy season has started earlier than usual, and its impact is stronger, while its duration is projected to extend through the summer months.
Allergy season doesn’t just have a single underlying cause—several environmental factors are driving this shift. Warmer global temperatures have led to earlier plant blooming and longer growing seasons, especially for high-pollen culprits like trees, grasses, and weeds.
At the same time, increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are causing…