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Allergy and Asthma Awareness
Primary Care Associates is providing tips on how to control seasonal allergies as well as
highlight various websites that can give you information about asthma and allergies. The
following is a list of do's and don't's to help keep asthma and allergies under control
this season.
DO'S AND DON'T'S FOR DEALING WITH SEASONAL ALLERGIES
DO keep windows closed at night to prevent pollens or molds from drifting
into your home. Instead, if needed, use air conditioning, which cleans, cools and dries
the air.
DO keep car windows closed when traveling.
DO try to stay indoors when the pollen count or humidity is reported to
be high, and on windy days when dust and pollen are blown about.
DO take a vacation during the height of the pollen season to a more
pollen-free area, such as the beach or sea.
DO take medications prescribed by your allergist or healthcare provider
regularly in the recommended
dosage.
DON'T take more medication than recommended in an attempt to lessen your
symptoms.
DON'T mow lawns or be around freshly cut grass; mowing stirs up pollens
and molds.
DON'T rake leaves, as this also stirs up molds.
DON'T hang sheets or clothing out to dry. Pollens and molds may collect
in these items.
DON'T overwater indoor plants if you are allergic to mold. Wet soil
encourages mold growth.
This information and much more can be found on the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and
Immunology website. See our links page for this
site and more.
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