Most Common Summer Allergies

Did you know, over 50 million Americans suffer from allergies every year? Allergies rank as the 6th leading chronic disease in the U.S. Interestingly enough, indoor allergens tend to be 5 times stronger than outdoor allergens. Read our latest blog to learn more about the most common summer allergens and learn some tips on how to help alleviate them:

Pollen

Pollen is by far the most common allergen. Even if some plants are not in full bloom during the summer months, the effects of the trees and grass are still present. July and August are more known to be ragweed season. While ragweed season used to last only about 1 week or so per year, scientists believe that due to global warming, ragweed season now extends to 3.5 weeks or longer. We recommend wearing sunglasses and an oversized hat to prevent as much pollen as possible from reaching your face and affecting your seasonal allergies.

Stings

During the summer months, many people spend more time outdoors than they do the rest of the year. Not only are people spending more time on their patio, but insects and bugs are spending more time near cookouts and gardens during the summer months too. Unfortunately, this increases our risks of getting bit or stung by these pests during summer. To help protect you and your family from any itchy, inflamed bug bites, be sure to use bug spray and avoid wearing anything sweet or brightly colored.

Mold

Florida’s humid air and warm temperatures are the perfect breeding ground for mold. One of the most common types of mold is Alternaria, which tends to peak in our area this time of year. If you have an allergy towards mold, we recommend wearing a mask in the yard to help prevent from breathing in mold spores while gardening and picking up your yard. It is also recommended that you replace your air filters as needed, and you may also want to consider using a dehumidifier in your home.


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