Animal health professionals suffer from allergies like others do. Still, we are required to do our best even when our eyes matter shut, or sinuses plug up. Nicole Spector’s allergy season tips will provide some relief for spring allergies sufferers.
More laundry detergent, more shampoo and a good doormat are the [building blocks] of creating an allergy-free indoor environment.
Source: NBC News, April 4, 2018. Link. Outside of clinical treatments, one can’t really “cure” springtime allergies, but there are actions we can take in our home to curb and even prevent attacks. Spector compiled a list of doctor-recommended tips to make springtime more bearable for the millions of us who struggle:
- Limit outdoor activities on high pollen count days
- Shower when you get home and wash clothes in hot water
- Wash your bedding weekly at a minimum
- Vacuum constantly including decorative pillows and tapestries
- Keep windows shut, use the A/C
- Bathe pets weekly
- Replace the humidifier with a dehumidifier
- Consider an air purifier
- Don’t spend a fortune if you can avoid it