September marks the official beginning of hayfever season for an estimated 4.6 million Australians.
Hayfever (allergic rhinitis) caused by pollen allergy can lead to symptoms such as an itchy, runny nose and itchy, watery eyes and sometimes poor sleep.
Hayfever symptoms can be more prevalent in spring due to an increase in pollen from grass, weeds and trees, with the 2022 pollen count smashing records.
To support Australians this hay fever season, hayfever allergy relief brand Telfast has shared simple tips to help with Hayfever this spring.
“Keep your home spaces allergy free with an air purifier. Useful for a range of purposes, an air purifier helps by filtering the air, which can include pollutants and allergens,” a Telfast spokesperson said.
“Wear a mask to limit airflow containing allergens. Wearing a mask creates a physical barrier between your airways and external allergens. A mask can help reduce the chances of being exposed to pollen, allergens, and pollutants.
“Apply a cold compress to soothe eye irritation. Itchy and watery eyes can be common aspects of hay fever, and can affect one’s ability to work, drive and carry out normal everyday tasks. An effective way to combat this is through applying a cold compress which can reduce redness and itchiness. Simply submerge a small towel or washer in cold water and apply to closed eyes.”
