The spring season triggers the onset of many allergies, and especially with humid days, pollen in the air and potential dust mites, it’s worth investing in a dehumidifier and an air purifer to help combat many of these issues, helping allergy sufferers.
According to Asthma UK and Allergy UK, 5.4 million UK residents are currently receiving treatment for asthma, including a staggering 1.1 million children.
Many of the causes are airborne, such as exposure to grass and tree pollen, dust mites, mould and household chemicals. Hayfever is the most commonly experienced allergy and approx. 35% of the UK population will be affected by at least one form of allergy at some point in their lives.
Here’s some tips and advice to reduce the likelihood of allergies:
Medication
See you doctor before the season starts, usually between the months late March through to September. There are a variety of medication options and remedies available, the NHS online is a great place to explore.
Pollen forecasts
It’s worth making the effort to check the Met Office pollen forecast, which is available five days in advance. The site also offer in depth pollen patterns helping you to plan for your day, week or month accordingly.
Indoor drying
Whilst it’s tempting to make the most of warm summer days, try to avoid drying clothes when the pollen count is high as the pollen in the air will no doubt stick to your clothes, and therefore will seap into your house afterwards.
Spring clean
Spring clean your house before Spring. Dust and dust mites increase the onset of Hayfever and similar allergies and therefore reducing and regularly removing dust all around your house in advance of the allergy season will ease the causes of allergies.
Cleaner air
Another great way to reduce the likelihood of allergies is to combat it at the source. Investing in an air purifier to clean the air and remove harmful, irritating particles will help you breath better. Placing an air purifier in the bedroom for example, will make the room an allergy free haven!
There are so many options to meet a variety of needs from personal use and ad hoc use, to industrial and commercial needs. Meaco’s range of products are extensive and it’s worth exploring the types to suit your specific needs and wants.
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