A few everyday habits can help reduce contact with pollen, from protecting your eyes outdoors to keeping pollen off clothes and bedding.
Before heading outside
Check your city’s forecast for the pollen types you know affect you. Compare the same type across days, and check whether each day has complete coverage.
Wraparound sunglasses can help keep pollen away from your eyes.
After spending time outdoors
Shower and change clothes to remove pollen you may have brought home.
At home
Dry laundry indoors to avoid pollen collecting on clothes and bedding. When pollen is a problem, keeping windows closed as much as practical can also reduce the amount entering your home.
If symptoms are still bothering you
A pharmacist or healthcare professional can advise on managing symptoms and choosing suitable treatment. If symptoms worsen or are not improving with pharmacy treatment, NHS guidance recommends seeing a GP.
Sources
- NHS: Hay fever — everyday measures and when to seek help.
- Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: Pollen allergy — reducing exposure and why symptoms may occur even with a low forecast.