This is why your hayfever could be worse than usual this year — and how to prepare in advance

People who suffer from hay fever often have a family history of not just hay fever, but also skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, which can often be borne out of problems with the immune system
The pollen season is getting longer, in part, due to climate change

The pollen season is getting longer, in part, due to climate change

A runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing – whatever your hay fever symptoms, it’s no surprise if you’ve had a flare-up recently.

During spring, both tree and grass pollen is released into the air.

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